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RP 8538

1981 Ford Van

Green Petrol 3280cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,352 mi
Last recorded45,352 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRP 8538
MakeFord
ModelVan
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,280cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2012 45,352 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 45,185 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 45,019 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 44,925 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 44,805 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 44,699 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 44,583 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Van?

Based on 1,266 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
4,972
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25
Registration plate lamp not working 21
position lamp(s) not working 18
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RP 8538 is a 1981 Ford Van in Green with a 3,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Van fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RP 8538, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Van typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 45 years old, this Ford Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RP 8538?

You can check the full history of RP 8538 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RP 8538 registered?

RP 8538 is a 1981 Ford Van, first registered on 11 June 1981.

Is RP 8538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RP 8538 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RP 8538 have outstanding finance?

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