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MKW 273W

1981 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,008 mi
Last recorded86,008 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2008
Typical for 1981 Ford Transit65,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKW 273W
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2008 86,008 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 80,537 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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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MKW 273W is a 1981 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MKW 273W, 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

How do I check the history of MKW 273W?

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What year was MKW 273W registered?

MKW 273W is a 1981 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 May 1981.

Is MKW 273W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKW 273W shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MKW 273W have outstanding finance?

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