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BU 1827

2005 Ford Van

Red Petrol 1933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

4,790 mi
Last recorded4,790 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU 1827
MakeFord
ModelVan
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,933cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 4,790 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 4,789 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 4,711 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 4,711 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2020 4,679 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 4,599 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 4,432 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 20 Aug 2018 4,432 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 4,153 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 3,901 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 3,700 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 3,445 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 3,031 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 2,754 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 2,524 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 2,322 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 2,120 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 1,915 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 214 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Van?

Based on 1,266 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
4,972
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25
Registration plate lamp not working 21
position lamp(s) not working 18
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BU 1827 is a 2005 Ford Van in Red with a 1,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

The most common reason a Ford Van fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU 1827, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Van typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU 1827 registered?

BU 1827 is a 2005 Ford Van, first registered on 11 October 2005.

Is BU 1827 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU 1827 shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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