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TPN 878S

1977 Ford Transit

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

80,774 mi
Last recorded80,774 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1977 Ford Transit64,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPN 878S
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 80,774 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 80,327 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 79,567 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 78,740 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 77,484 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 75,748 miles

doorstep areas corroded

slight inbalance of brakes

some play across steering

superficial structure of vehicle deteriorating

suspension bushes generally deteriorated

wash wipe could be better

Fail 3 Jan 2014 75,745 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)

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

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

doorstep areas corroded

some play across steering

superficial structure of vehicle deteriorating

suspension bushes generally deteriorated

wash wipe could be better

Pass 13 Dec 2012 74,209 miles

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

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

front seats slightly loose

n/s door bottom corroded

slight play in king pins/trunyons

superficial structure of vehicle corroded

Fail 10 Dec 2012 74,207 miles

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

front seats slightly loose

n/s door bottom corroded

slight play in king pins/trunyons

superficial structure of vehicle corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2010 73,802 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 73,797 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 72,984 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 72,889 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 72,889 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 72,064 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 72,064 miles

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TPN 878S is a 1977 Ford Transit in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1977 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 64,472 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 TPN 878S, 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 49 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 TPN 878S registered?

TPN 878S is a 1977 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 October 1977.

Is TPN 878S safe to buy?

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