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161 BLK

1960 Ford Prefect

Yellow Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,899 mi
Last recorded87,899 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1960 Ford Prefect61,663 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration161 BLK
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1960
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 May 2017 87,899 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 87,798 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 87,787 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 87,772 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 87,762 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 87,750 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 87,716 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 87,632 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 87,539 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 87,346 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 87,117 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 86,873 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Prefect?

Based on 4,172 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
274
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 66
Stop lamp not working 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
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161 BLK is a 1960 Ford Prefect in Yellow with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 61,663 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 161 BLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Prefect typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 66 years old, this Ford Prefect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 161 BLK registered?

161 BLK is a 1960 Ford Prefect, first registered on 14 December 1960.

Is 161 BLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 161 BLK shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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