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SUF 880H

1970 Ford Transit

Green Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

56,193 mi
Last recorded56,193 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1970 Ford Transit40,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUF 880H
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 56,193 miles

bulkhead corroded

chassis corroded

drivers seat damaged

exhaust in very poor condition

front number plate cracked

headlights taped into place

heavy corrosion both doors

heavy corrosion both front door steps/inner and outer sills

heavy corrosion on bonnet leading edge

offside front tyre perrished

radiator in very poor condition

rear of cab corroded

rear shock mountings deteriorated

seat belts frayed

unterminated wiring offside

wiring poor/insecure

Fail 9 Jul 2016 56,193 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Electrical wiring insecure to rear lights (1.9.2a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front crossmember (2.4.A.3)

all tyres showing signs of age

both lower of front doors corroded and holed

both outer sills corroded and holed

both rear shocks rubbers deteriating

bulk head corroded and holed

drivers seat is a frame with cushion

front numberplate cracked

Pass 17 Sep 2013 55,217 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all 6 tyres are in very poor condition

both vehicle cab and chassis is in very poor condition

front brakes still not very good

nearside rear mud guard loose

Fail 20 Aug 2013 55,064 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

all 4 rear tyres are in very poor condition

body work of vehicle is in very poor condition

offside front tyre is in very poor condition

Pass 23 Aug 2012 54,142 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

all 6 tyres are in very poor condition

front brakes only just met the imbalance requirement

Fail 17 Aug 2012 54,128 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

all 6 tyres are in very poor condition

condition of vehicle is very poor

Pass 23 Aug 2011 53,953 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

all 6 tyres are in very poor condition

condition of bodywork is very poor

drivers seat in very poor condition

exhaust temporary repair leaking

floorpan corroded

nearside outer door step corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2011 53,940 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all 6 tyres are in very poor condition

condition of bodywork is very poor

drivers seat in very poor condition

Pass 22 Jun 2010 53,108 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

all 6 tyres perished & cracking

corrosion on floorpan,steps,bulkhead & front of vehicle

Pass 24 Jun 2009 52,370 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

all tyres perishing

Fail 19 Jun 2009 52,362 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

all tyres perishing

Pass 18 Jun 2008 51,611 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all 6 tyres are in poor condition

bolt for middle seatbelt not though nylock nut

chassis has been modified

Fail 10 Jun 2008 51,602 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all 6 tyres are in poor condition

bolt for middle seatbelt not though nylock nut

chassis has been modified

Pass 24 May 2007 51,262 miles

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

rear brakes just passed balance test (lower effort nearside)

Fail 14 May 2007 51,255 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

advise corrosion to both front foot steps

all rear tyres and also offside front tyre close to limit

offside stop light worked with a tap

slight blow from exhaust (front pipe to center box clamp joint)

slight lift to both front king pins

Pass 8 May 2006 50,052 miles

Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

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

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

corrosion in cab floor and steps not in prescribed areas

Fail 2 May 2006 50,043 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

near/side&off/side lower door pillars have corrosion †nera/side&off/side step boxes have corrosion †drivers floor has corrosion

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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SUF 880H is a 1970 Ford Transit in Green with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1970 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 40,979 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 SUF 880H, 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 56 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SUF 880H is a 1970 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 1970.

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