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BSL 494

1944 Ford Jeep

Green Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,253 mi
Last recorded9,253 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSL 494
MakeFord
ModelJeep
Year1944
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 9,253 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 8,751 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 8,486 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 7,835 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 7,260 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 6,874 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 6,118 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 6,118 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 5,288 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 4,603 miles

Brake pivot worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

How Reliable is the Ford Jeep?

Based on 1,310 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
84
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 29
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16
Headlamp not working on main beam 15
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 11
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BSL 494 is a 1944 Ford Jeep in Green with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Ford Jeep fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSL 494, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 84 years. At 82 years old, this Ford Jeep is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BSL 494 registered?

BSL 494 is a 1944 Ford Jeep, first registered on 1 March 1944.

Is BSL 494 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSL 494 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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