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GAA 591W

1980 Ford Transit

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,213 mi
Last recorded38,213 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 1980 Ford Transit55,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAA 591W
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Nov 2017 38,213 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 37,403 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

corrosion to both outer sills

corrosion to floor,chassis and suspension

n/s/r tyre cracked and perished

slight play in both front king pins

Pass 15 Aug 2013 36,295 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 35,795 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 35,064 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 34,481 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 33,824 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 33,332 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 32,765 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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GAA 591W is a 1980 Ford Transit in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 55,324 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 GAA 591W, 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 46 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 GAA 591W?

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What year was GAA 591W registered?

GAA 591W is a 1980 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 October 1980.

Is GAA 591W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAA 591W shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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