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RFG 275X

1981 Ford Transit

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,633 mi
Last recorded97,633 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 Ford Transit65,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFG 275X
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 97,633 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 96,978 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 93,488 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 90,351 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 86,324 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 81,496 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 78,039 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2013 71,672 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

advise only front number plate cracked

Pass 29 Apr 2013 69,695 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 63,730 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 59,124 miles

advise only o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Apr 2010 56,744 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

advise only cambelt cover missing

Pass 7 Apr 2009 52,960 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

advise only o/s rear inner tyre wall cracked but not showing cords

Fail 7 Apr 2009 52,960 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

advise only o/s rear inner tyre wall cracked but not showing cords

Pass 1 Apr 2008 48,979 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 48,979 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 44,616 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 41,857 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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RFG 275X is a 1981 Ford Transit in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RFG 275X, 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 RFG 275X?

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What year was RFG 275X registered?

RFG 275X is a 1981 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 November 1981.

Is RFG 275X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFG 275X shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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