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DFL 359K

1972 Ford Transit

Grey Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,437 mi
Last recorded3,437 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2013
Typical for 1972 Ford Transit48,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFL 359K
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2013 3,437 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 2,927 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 270 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 1,805 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 758 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 7 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 2 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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DFL 359K is a 1972 Ford Transit in Grey with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 48,954 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DFL 359K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 54 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DFL 359K registered?

DFL 359K is a 1972 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 February 1972.

Is DFL 359K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFL 359K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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