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JIL 4522

1972 Ford Transit

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,718 mi
Last recorded98,718 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Transit48,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIL 4522
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 98,718 miles

General surface corrosion

Pass 15 Apr 2016 98,717 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 98,660 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 68,285 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2008 68,285 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

offside front leaf spring rear eye bush slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 May 2007 56,251 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 48,974 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 48,954 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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JIL 4522 is a 1972 Ford Transit in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 48,954 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 JIL 4522, 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 54 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 JIL 4522?

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What year was JIL 4522 registered?

JIL 4522 is a 1972 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 February 1972.

Is JIL 4522 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIL 4522 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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