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CBU 454B

1974 Ford Transit

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,029 mi
Last recorded23,029 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2015
Typical for 1974 Ford Transit60,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBU 454B
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2015 23,029 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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CBU 454B is a 1974 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 60,156 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 CBU 454B, 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 52 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CBU 454B?

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What year was CBU 454B registered?

CBU 454B is a 1974 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is CBU 454B safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBU 454B shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CBU 454B have outstanding finance?

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