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F473 PYX

1989 Ford Transit

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,500 mi
Last recorded91,500 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2011
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF473 PYX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2011 91,500 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs worn

slight blue smoke at idle

Pass 4 Jan 2010 81,396 miles

Oil leak

crack to windscreen within spec at time of test

front brake discs poor

indicators not self cancelling

Pass 30 Dec 2008 79,539 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 77,216 miles

corrosion wheel arches and doors n/s/f wing no sharp edges at time of test.but needs atention a.s.ap

excessive corrosion n/s/r sill not in perscribed area

light corrosion n/s/f chassis

Pass 9 Jan 2007 74,787 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

clutch & brake pedal rubbers wearing low need replacing soon

crack to windsceen within spec

surface corrosion front brake discs

Fail 30 Dec 2005 72,219 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2005 72,219 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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F473 PYX is a 1989 Ford Transit in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 55,546 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 F473 PYX, 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 37 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F473 PYX registered?

F473 PYX is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 February 1989.

Is F473 PYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F473 PYX 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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