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NMF 214L

1972 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

83,806 mi
Last recorded83,806 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Transit48,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMF 214L
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 83,806 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 83,806 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 83,806 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 83,806 miles

Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

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

nearside front tyre perrished

rear exhaust insecure

Pass 5 Sep 2013 83,780 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 83,748 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2005 83,737 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.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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NMF 214L is a 1972 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NMF 214L, 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

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What year was NMF 214L registered?

NMF 214L is a 1972 Ford Transit, first registered on 7 August 1972.

Is NMF 214L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMF 214L shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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