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B312 YKJ

1985 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,255 mi
Last recorded13,255 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2023
Typical for 1985 Ford Transit56,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB312 YKJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2023 13,255 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 9 Oct 2021 13,156 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2021 13,156 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2020 13,082 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 6 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 8 May 2018 13,049 miles

Front spring shackle bushes poor

Tyres cracking, advise replacmemnt

Fail 9 May 2015 13,007 miles

Both front road springs, rear shackles, bushes deteriorating

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Centre propshaft mounting bearing u/s

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Tyres show perish cracks

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 13,007 miles

Both front road springs, rear shackles, bushes deteriorating

Centre propshaft mounting bearing u/s

Tyres show perish cracks

Pass 8 Sep 2008 128,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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B312 YKJ is a 1985 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 1,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 B312 YKJ, 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 B312 YKJ registered?

B312 YKJ is a 1985 Ford Transit, first registered on 17 June 1985.

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