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CPW 517B

1964 Ford Thames

Green Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,527 mi
Last recorded75,527 miles
Recorded on2 May 2012
Typical for 1964 Ford Thames33,612 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPW 517B
MakeFord
ModelThames
Year1964
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 2 May 2012 75,527 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 75,520 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 75,514 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 75,494 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 75,462 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 75,449 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 75,422 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Thames?

Based on 1,169 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
267
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 29
brake recording little or no effort 25
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 22
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 22
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CPW 517B is a 1964 Ford Thames in Green with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1964 Ford Thames models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 33,612 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Thames fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CPW 517B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Thames typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 62 years old, this Ford Thames is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CPW 517B?

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What year was CPW 517B registered?

CPW 517B is a 1964 Ford Thames, first registered on 9 October 1964.

Is CPW 517B safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPW 517B shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CPW 517B have outstanding finance?

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