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718 BLC

1961 Ford Prefect

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,660 mi
Last recorded73,660 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1961 Ford Prefect48,085 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration718 BLC
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1961
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 73,660 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

Slight play in steering box.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play in steering idler.

Pass 10 May 2016 62,604 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

engine oil leak

slight play in steering box .

slight play in steering idler.

slight rusting on N/S/R/ under body.

Pass 12 May 2015 54,072 miles

N/S/R/ body underbody has light rusting.

Oil leak

Slight play in steering idler.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

light rusting around battery box.

Pass 14 May 2014 44,152 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

slight play in o/s/ trackrod end.

Pass 7 May 2013 32,472 miles

Oil leak

Rusting on n/s/r wheel well.

Rusting on o/s/ inner sill.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 8 May 2012 21,343 miles

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

corrosion to sills

n/s front wing corroded and insecure

Pass 8 May 2012 21,343 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

corrosion to sills

n/s front wing corroded and insecure

Pass 5 May 2011 9,062 miles

oil leaks

Pass 21 Apr 2010 87,330 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

slight play in steering idler

wipers poor

Pass 28 Apr 2009 68,546 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2008 49,095 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

slight binding o/s rear brake

slight play in steering idler

Pass 24 Apr 2007 32,162 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

oil leaks engine and diff

Pass 6 May 2006 23,033 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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718 BLC is a 1961 Ford Prefect in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1961 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 48,085 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 718 BLC, 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 65 years old, this Ford Prefect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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718 BLC is a 1961 Ford Prefect, first registered on 15 February 1961.

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