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PBY 378D

1971 Ford Econoline

Multi-colour Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

49,989 mi
Last recorded49,989 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBY 378D
MakeFord
ModelEconoline
Year1971
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 49,989 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 43,150 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 43,150 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 38,250 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 36,190 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 36,190 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 33,550 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 31,109 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 31,109 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 29,269 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 23 Jun 2009 29,262 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 May 2008 26,119 miles

rear indicators are incorperated in rear lamps /front indicators are incorperated in front side lights

Fail 20 May 2008 26,108 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear indicators are incorperated in rear lamps /front indicators are incorperated in front side lights

Pass 25 May 2007 24,596 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 22,865 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 47,000 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Econoline?

Based on 1,762 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
1,207
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 53
fog lamp not working 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 43
position lamp(s) not working 34
Stop lamp not working 32
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PBY 378D is a 1971 Ford Econoline in Multi-colour with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

The most common reason a Ford Econoline fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PBY 378D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Econoline typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 55 years old, this Ford Econoline is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PBY 378D registered?

PBY 378D is a 1971 Ford Econoline, first registered on 5 November 1971.

Is PBY 378D safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBY 378D shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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