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F260 RYF

1989 Carbodies Taxi

Maroon Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,000 mi
Last recorded4,000 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF260 RYF
MakeCarbodies
ModelTaxi
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2008 4,000 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 4,000 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 3,999 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 3,999 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 4,000 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 4,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

How Reliable is the Carbodies Taxi?

Based on 451 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
1,677
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 26
fog lamp not working 25
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 23
Stop lamp not working 20
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F260 RYF is a 1989 Carbodies Taxi in Maroon with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Carbodies Taxi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F260 RYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Carbodies Taxi typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 37 years old, this Carbodies Taxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of F260 RYF?

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What year was F260 RYF registered?

F260 RYF is a 1989 Carbodies Taxi, first registered on 17 April 1989.

Is F260 RYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F260 RYF shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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