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E521 CVL

1987 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,413 mi
Last recorded68,413 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2013
Typical for 1987 Ford Transit58,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE521 CVL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1987
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2013 68,413 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 60,690 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 51,568 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 42,002 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 27,736 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 27,736 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 22,454 miles

heavey corrosion to n/s and o/s shock absorber top moumntings at front but not yet excessive

Pass 22 Jan 2007 25,971 miles

corosion to n/s and o/s front shock absorber top mounting but not yet excessive

Pass 20 Jan 2006 17,722 miles

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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E521 CVL is a 1987 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1987 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 58,852 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 E521 CVL, 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 39 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E521 CVL?

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What year was E521 CVL registered?

E521 CVL is a 1987 Ford Transit, first registered on 7 December 1987.

Is E521 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E521 CVL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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