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BFJ 428T

1979 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2011
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

71,195 mi
Last recorded71,195 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2010
Typical for 1979 Ford Transit59,139 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFJ 428T
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2010 71,195 miles

brake discs corroded

corrosion to body, steps. chassis and wheelarches

dampness around fuel tank

emissions visual check only

nearside rear outer tyre flat and sidewall damaged

Fail 2 Mar 2010 71,188 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

brake discs corroded

corrosion to body, steps, chassis and wheelarches

emissions visual only

nearside rear outer tyre flat and sidewall damaged

Fail 12 Feb 2010 71,187 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

corrosion to wheelarches and chassis

emissions visual check only

front brake discs corroded

nearside rear outer tyre flat and side damaged

oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2009 68,141 miles

corrosion to chassis rails, wheel arches, crossmember, steps, floors and suspension mounts

engine slight smoky under acceleration

oil leak

slight bind both rear brakes

Fail 9 Mar 2009 68,141 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion to chassis rails, wheel arches, crossmember, steps, floors and suspension mounts

engine slight smoky under acceleration

oil leak

slight bind both rear brakes

Pass 5 Nov 2007 67,712 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 67,694 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.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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BFJ 428T is a 1979 Ford Transit in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1979 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 59,139 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BFJ 428T, 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 47 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 BFJ 428T registered?

BFJ 428T is a 1979 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is BFJ 428T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFJ 428T shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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