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483 UXL

1959 Ford Prefect

Blue Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,781 mi
Last recorded64,781 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2008
Typical for 1959 Ford Prefect49,587 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration483 UXL
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1959
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2008 64,781 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

light sidewall damage to offside rear tyre

Pass 13 Aug 2005 63,159 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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483 UXL is a 1959 Ford Prefect in Blue with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,587 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 483 UXL, 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 67 years old, this Ford Prefect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 483 UXL registered?

483 UXL is a 1959 Ford Prefect, first registered on 31 March 1959.

Is 483 UXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 483 UXL shows 2 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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