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BF 5905

1930 Ford Model A

Blue Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

196 mi
Last recorded196 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 1930 Ford Model A15,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF 5905
MakeFord
ModelModel A
Year1930
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2015 196 miles

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

slight exhaust leak at manifold

Pass 29 Apr 2015 196 miles

slight exhaust leak at manifold

Pass 1 May 2014 179 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2014 179 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 179 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 139 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 61 miles

Brake clevis joint worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

movement in offside rear hub

How Reliable is the Ford Model A?

Based on 1,334 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

92.4%
Pass Rate
391
Miles/Year
98
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 9
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 9
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
parking brake recording little or no effort 7
Steering rack gaiter split 7
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BF 5905 is a 1930 Ford Model A in Blue with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1930 Ford Model A models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 15,776 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 Model A fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF 5905, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Model A typically stays on UK roads for around 98 years. At 96 years old, this Ford Model A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF 5905?

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What year was BF 5905 registered?

BF 5905 is a 1930 Ford Model A, first registered on 31 December 1930.

Is BF 5905 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF 5905 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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