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280 TTV

1986 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,755 mi
Last recorded47,755 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Transit58,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration280 TTV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 47,755 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 45,965 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 45,926 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 43,617 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 May 2018 41,989 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 39,812 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 37,495 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 32,676 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 32,676 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 31,354 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 31,354 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 28,297 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 28,297 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 24,445 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 24,445 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 21,363 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 17,920 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 16,175 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 15,790 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 14,750 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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280 TTV is a 1986 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 58,796 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 280 TTV, 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 40 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 280 TTV registered?

280 TTV is a 1986 Ford Transit, first registered on 4 June 1986.

Is 280 TTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 280 TTV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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