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AFW 554A

1963 Ford Galaxie

Black Petrol 4736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,298 mi
Last recorded20,298 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2021
Typical for 1963 Ford Galaxie41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFW 554A
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie
Year1963
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,736cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2021 20,298 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 10,227 miles

Offside Front centre cap missing

Offside Front coil spring worn

corrosion close to body mounts

corrosion generally in body,floor and chassis

handbrake effort low -on the limit

water and oil leaks

How Reliable is the Ford Galaxie?

Based on 791 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 23
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18
parking brake recording little or no effort 18
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AFW 554A is a 1963 Ford Galaxie in Black with a 4,736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Ford Galaxie models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 41,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Galaxie fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFW 554A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Galaxie typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 63 years old, this Ford Galaxie is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFW 554A registered?

AFW 554A is a 1963 Ford Galaxie, first registered on 1 January 1963.

Is AFW 554A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFW 554A 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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