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FAC 530T

1979 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,172 mi
Last recorded91,172 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 1979 Ford Transit59,139 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAC 530T
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2013 91,172 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 91,172 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 90,969 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 90,969 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 May 2011 90,435 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 88,876 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 88,345 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 87,941 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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FAC 530T is a 1979 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FAC 530T, 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 FAC 530T?

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What year was FAC 530T registered?

FAC 530T is a 1979 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 June 1979.

Is FAC 530T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAC 530T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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