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FWS 269W

1981 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,955 mi
Last recorded63,955 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Ford Transit65,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWS 269W
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 63,955 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 63,286 miles

Other areas of the vehicle have rust but not holed

Fail 6 Aug 2018 63,277 miles

Nearside Front Entrance/exit step significantly damaged (9.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Entrance/exit step significantly damaged (9.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 62,537 miles

Front both inner arches holed but not within 30cm of any suspension components

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Jul 2017 62,526 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired cross member (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front both inner arches holed but not within 30cm of any suspension components

Oil leak ()

both handbrake cables missing

Pass 26 Jul 2016 61,657 miles

Advise general corrosion

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 60,549 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 60,549 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 59,344 miles

Engine Smokey

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 58,400 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 58,400 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 57,283 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2012 57,283 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 56,301 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 55,148 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 54,227 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 53,066 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 51,809 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 50,328 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 48,601 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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FWS 269W is a 1981 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 65,338 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 FWS 269W, 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 45 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 FWS 269W registered?

FWS 269W is a 1981 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 July 1981.

Is FWS 269W safe to buy?

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