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KJB 160W

1981 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,099 mi
Last recorded40,099 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Transit65,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJB 160W
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 40,099 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front chassis corroded

chassis has multiple areas of surface corrosion

Pass 6 Feb 2017 40,072 miles

slight general wear steering and suspension

some corrosion and corrosion repair on and near prescribed areas

Pass 20 Nov 2015 39,658 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 31 Oct 2014 39,085 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 38,129 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight play steering and suspension

Pass 4 Oct 2012 36,565 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 35,251 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 35,251 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 32,435 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

offside front tyre sidewall cracking

underside and structure has welded repairs on and or near prescribed areas

Pass 6 Apr 2009 31,393 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 6 Apr 2009 31,393 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 31,177 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 30,987 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 30,466 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 30,427 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Wipers do not stop in correct position

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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KJB 160W is a 1981 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KJB 160W, 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 KJB 160W registered?

KJB 160W is a 1981 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 April 1981.

Is KJB 160W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJB 160W shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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