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E285 AYB

1987 Ford Econoline

Silver Petrol 4917cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,575 mi
Last recorded62,575 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE285 AYB
MakeFord
ModelEconoline
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,917cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2009 62,575 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 51,447 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 46,901 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 44,215 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Econoline?

Based on 1,762 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
1,207
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 53
fog lamp not working 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 43
position lamp(s) not working 34
Stop lamp not working 32
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E285 AYB is a 1987 Ford Econoline in Silver with a 4,917cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Econoline fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E285 AYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Econoline typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 39 years old, this Ford Econoline is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E285 AYB registered?

E285 AYB is a 1987 Ford Econoline, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E285 AYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E285 AYB shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E285 AYB have outstanding finance?

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