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KBL 430L

1972 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

237,671 mi
Last recorded237,671 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 1972 Ford Transit48,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBL 430L
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 237,671 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 23,663 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 23,393 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 23,392 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 23,208 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 22,625 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 16,737 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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KBL 430L is a 1972 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KBL 430L, 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 KBL 430L?

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What year was KBL 430L registered?

KBL 430L is a 1972 Ford Transit, first registered on 8 September 1972.

Is KBL 430L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBL 430L 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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