MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,521 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Steering-idler-arm bushings worn
How Reliable is the Ford Prefect?
Based on 4,172 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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704 XWA is a 1956 Ford Prefect in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1956 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 51,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 704 XWA, 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 70 years old, this Ford Prefect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of 704 XWA?
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What year was 704 XWA registered?
704 XWA is a 1956 Ford Prefect, first registered on 5 April 1956.
Is 704 XWA safe to buy?
The MOT history for 704 XWA shows 4 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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