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UEG 516S

1978 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,693 mi
Last recorded71,693 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 Ford Transit62,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEG 516S
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 71,693 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 71,676 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 71,276 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 71,031 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 70,445 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 70,445 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device missing (3.1.4b)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 69,931 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 69,429 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 69,429 miles

Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 69,266 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 69,036 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 69,036 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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UEG 516S is a 1978 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 62,557 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 UEG 516S, 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 48 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 UEG 516S?

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What year was UEG 516S registered?

UEG 516S is a 1978 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is UEG 516S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEG 516S shows 12 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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