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B106 XJO

1985 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2025
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

176,369 mi
Last recorded176,369 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 Ford Transit56,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB106 XJO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,360cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2024 176,369 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 176,017 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 175,533 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 175,083 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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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B106 XJO is a 1985 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,360cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 56,610 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 B106 XJO, 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 41 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 B106 XJO registered?

B106 XJO is a 1985 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B106 XJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B106 XJO shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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