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CLM 785T

1979 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,444 mi
Last recorded34,444 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Transit59,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLM 785T
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 34,444 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 33,112 miles

general underside age related surface corrosion

Pass 20 Aug 2017 31,950 miles

light general underside age related surface corrosion

Pass 18 Aug 2016 31,293 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

noted surface corrosion under neath of vehicle

Fail 18 Aug 2016 31,293 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

noted surface corrosion under neath of vehicle

Pass 13 Jun 2011 31,284 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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CLM 785T is a 1979 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 CLM 785T, 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

How do I check the history of CLM 785T?

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What year was CLM 785T registered?

CLM 785T is a 1979 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is CLM 785T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLM 785T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLM 785T have outstanding finance?

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