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E881 BGP

1988 Ford Econoline

Green Petrol 5800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,464 mi
Last recorded92,464 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Econoline78,113 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE881 BGP
MakeFord
ModelEconoline
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 92,464 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 86,548 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 82,012 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 78,113 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 77,842 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 77,487 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 77,007 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 76,521 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 75,531 miles

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 71,540 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 71,498 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2007 70,404 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 70,402 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 69,307 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Econoline?

Based on 1,762 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
1,207
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 53
fog lamp not working 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 43
position lamp(s) not working 34
Stop lamp not working 32
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E881 BGP is a 1988 Ford Econoline in Green with a 5,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 Ford Econoline models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 78,113 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Econoline fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E881 BGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Econoline typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Ford Econoline is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E881 BGP registered?

E881 BGP is a 1988 Ford Econoline, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E881 BGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E881 BGP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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