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ALF 830S

1978 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,262 mi
Last recorded43,262 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2014
Typical for 1978 Ford Transit62,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALF 830S
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2014 43,262 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 430,621 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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ALF 830S is a 1978 Ford Transit in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 62,557 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 ALF 830S, 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 48 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 ALF 830S?

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What year was ALF 830S registered?

ALF 830S is a 1978 Ford Transit, first registered on 13 June 1978.

Is ALF 830S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALF 830S 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 ALF 830S have outstanding finance?

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