Official DVLA Record

1980 Ford Transit 2.0L Petrol · LLL 122V

LLL 122V

1980 Ford Transit (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/02/1980. Recorded mileage 94,900 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
FORD TRANSIT
Year / Origin
1980 · Wimbledon (South London)
MOT Status
Valid until 04/08/2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
94,900 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 04/08/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1980
Engine
2000cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 1980 Ford Transit presented in the MOT records demonstrates a stable roadworthiness status at the time of testing, with no defects recorded in the most recent August 2023 examination at 94,900 miles. The fact that it passed without advisories or failures—despite the duplicate test entry—suggests the vehicle met all DVSA thresholds for structural integrity, emissions, and core mechanical systems at that point. However, the absence of any historical advisories or failures in the provided record leaves critical gaps: there is no evidence of recurring issues with suspension bushes, brake binding, or corrosion that often plague vehicles of this age and mileage. Without further context, the current MOT cannot confirm whether underlying wear has been addressed or deferred, but the clean slate at 94,900 miles does not immediately signal urgent mechanical neglect. The vehicle’s mileage of 94,900 over approximately 46 years equates to an average of just 2,063 miles annually, a figure far below the typical annual usage for a commercial or light-duty van of this era. Such low mileage could indicate prolonged periods of disuse, storage, or limited operational demands—factors that might have reduced wear on high-stress components like brakes and drivetrain. However, it also raises questions about fluid changes, tyre rotation, and corrosion prevention, as stagnant vehicles are prone to binding brakes, seized suspension joints, and surface rust despite low mileage. The lack of mileage accumulation between tests (both entries are dated August 2023) further obscures whether the vehicle has been actively maintained or left dormant since then. For a prospective buyer, the primary concern lies in components not covered by the MOT but critical to long-term reliability. Given the age, inspect the suspension for worn or perished bushes, particularly at the front wishbones and rear trailing arms, as these are prone to degradation even with low mileage. Check for binding in the rear brakes—a common issue in older Transits—and verify that the handbrake operates smoothly without excessive cable tension. Surface corrosion, though not always caught in MOTs, should be scrutinised under the sills, wheel arches, and around the exhaust mounts, as rust penetration can compromise structural integrity over time. Finally, confirm that all fluids—brake, clutch, and differential—have been recently changed, as neglect in these areas is often tied to inactivity rather than mileage alone.

LLL 122V Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2023
  • 94,900 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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LLL 122V Mileage History

  1. 05/08/202394,900 mi
  2. 05/08/202394,900 mi

Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

LLL 122V MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1980 Ford Transit (LLL 122V) between August 2023 and August 2023.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 05 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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