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PPR 173W

1981 Ford Camper

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

46,287 mi
Last recorded46,287 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 1981 Ford Camper80,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPR 173W
MakeFord
ModelCamper
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2014 46,287 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2014 46,277 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

Fail 14 May 2009 45,957 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

batteries insecure

corrosion to front panel

repair to nearside front inner wing

signs of corrosion to offside door step

Pass 14 May 2009 45,957 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

batteries insecure

corrosion to front panel

repair to nearside front inner wing

signs of corrosion to offside door step

Pass 15 Jan 2008 45,161 miles

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

Front crossmember corroded

Pass 30 May 2007 44,379 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 42,373 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 42,431 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Ford Camper?

Based on 5,097 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
1,837
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 136
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 118
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
position lamp(s) not working 90
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 90
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PPR 173W is a 1981 Ford Camper in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1981 Ford Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.5% with a typical mileage of 80,508 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Camper fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 136 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PPR 173W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 45 years old, this Ford Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PPR 173W registered?

PPR 173W is a 1981 Ford Camper, first registered on 1 July 1981.

Is PPR 173W safe to buy?

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