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SWM 723K

1972 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,657 mi
Last recorded61,657 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Ford Transit48,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWM 723K
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2018 61,657 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 61,629 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 61,592 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 61,568 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 61,484 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 61,463 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 61,452 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 61,430 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 61,419 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 61,367 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 61,287 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 61,206 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2005 61,086 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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SWM 723K is a 1972 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SWM 723K, 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

How do I check the history of SWM 723K?

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What year was SWM 723K registered?

SWM 723K is a 1972 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 February 1972.

Is SWM 723K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWM 723K shows 13 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 SWM 723K have outstanding finance?

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