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DHJ 858

1948 Ford Anglia

Black Petrol 933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,217 mi
Last recorded45,217 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
Typical for 1948 Ford Anglia46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHJ 858
MakeFord
ModelAnglia
Year1948
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine933cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2011 45,217 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 45,199 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 45,197 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 45,196 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 45,196 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Ford Anglia?

Based on 17,256 MOT tests across 2,716 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
2,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 524
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 495
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 430
brake binding 402
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 334
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DHJ 858 is a 1948 Ford Anglia in Black with a 933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1948 Ford Anglia models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 46,540 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 Anglia fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 524 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DHJ 858, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Anglia typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 78 years old, this Ford Anglia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DHJ 858?

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What year was DHJ 858 registered?

DHJ 858 is a 1948 Ford Anglia, first registered on 1 August 1948.

Is DHJ 858 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHJ 858 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHJ 858 have outstanding finance?

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