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AFK 623A

1953 Ford Prefect

Orange Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,512 mi
Last recorded58,512 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2007
Typical for 1953 Ford Prefect57,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFK 623A
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1953
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Apr 2007 58,512 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 58,512 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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AFK 623A is a 1953 Ford Prefect in Orange with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1953 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 57,834 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 AFK 623A, 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 73 years old, this Ford Prefect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFK 623A?

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What year was AFK 623A registered?

AFK 623A is a 1953 Ford Prefect, first registered on 4 March 1953.

Is AFK 623A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFK 623A shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFK 623A have outstanding finance?

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