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XDL 259L

1972 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,443 mi
Last recorded53,443 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2008
Typical for 1972 Ford Transit48,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDL 259L
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2008 53,443 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 52,964 miles

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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XDL 259L is a 1972 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 XDL 259L, 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 XDL 259L?

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What year was XDL 259L registered?

XDL 259L is a 1972 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 August 1972.

Is XDL 259L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDL 259L shows 2 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 XDL 259L have outstanding finance?

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