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P821 KBC

1997 Ford Econoline

White Petrol 5403cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,822 mi
Last recorded121,822 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Ford Econoline69,221 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP821 KBC
MakeFord
ModelEconoline
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,403cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 121,822 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 121,792 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 121,015 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 120,028 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 118,866 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Outer Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 117,318 miles

Battery insecure

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 112,260 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 106,672 miles

Battery insecure

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

air bag light on

Fail 30 Mar 2009 106,620 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Battery insecure

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

air bag light on

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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P821 KBC is a 1997 Ford Econoline in White with a 5,403cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Ford Econoline models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 69,221 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 P821 KBC, 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 29 years old, this Ford Econoline is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P821 KBC registered?

P821 KBC is a 1997 Ford Econoline, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P821 KBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P821 KBC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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