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CDL 143L

1973 Ford Motorhome

Multi-colour Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,053 mi
Last recorded20,053 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDL 143L
MakeFord
ModelMotorhome
Year1973
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2022 20,053 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills soft (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

ignition faulty

Fail 24 Nov 2020 19,981 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hazard lights not working properly

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Steering lock faulty

Pass 5 Sep 2019 17,093 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 14,003 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 9,702 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Nearside Rear both tyres perishing in tread lines

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 16 May 2017 9,701 miles

Nearside Front Steering system excessively tight track rod end siezed (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Nearside Rear both tyres perishing in tread lines

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 5,282 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

o/s/f wheel bearing slight noise

propshaft centre bearing play

Fail 25 Mar 2016 5,282 miles

Offside Front Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front tyres perishing in tread line

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front tyre perishing in tread line

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

o/s/f wheel bearing slight noise

propshaft centre bearing play

tyre cut on side wall on inside but not deep enough for cord/ply

Pass 23 Mar 2015 139 miles

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 96,867 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 96,867 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 31 May 2013 93,172 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 93,128 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 92,702 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2010 92,438 miles

Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 91,799 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 91,291 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 88,469 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Motorhome?

Based on 8,892 MOT tests across 588 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
1,769
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
588
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 135
brake binding 103
fog lamp not working 100
position lamp(s) not working 96
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 90
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CDL 143L is a 1973 Ford Motorhome in Multi-colour with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Ford Motorhome fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CDL 143L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 53 years old, this Ford Motorhome is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CDL 143L registered?

CDL 143L is a 1973 Ford Motorhome, first registered on 25 July 1973.

Is CDL 143L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDL 143L shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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