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B276 YRN

1985 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,537 mi
Last recorded59,537 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 1985 Ford Transit56,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB276 YRN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 59,537 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Nov 2016 59,537 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber off (7.1.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high bulb upside down (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Nov 2015 50,171 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 40,873 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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B276 YRN is a 1985 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B276 YRN, 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 B276 YRN registered?

B276 YRN is a 1985 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B276 YRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B276 YRN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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