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GFO 306

1959 Ford Prefect

Black Petrol 3535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

1,465 mi
Last recorded1,465 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 1959 Ford Prefect49,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFO 306
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,535cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 1,465 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 896 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 61,098 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 61,079 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 59,337 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 59,977 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 58,963 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 58,735 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 58,731 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Ford Prefect?

Based on 4,172 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
274
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 66
Stop lamp not working 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
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GFO 306 is a 1959 Ford Prefect in Black with a 3,535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1959 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,587 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GFO 306, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Prefect typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 67 years old, this Ford Prefect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of GFO 306?

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What year was GFO 306 registered?

GFO 306 is a 1959 Ford Prefect, first registered on 8 January 1959.

Is GFO 306 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFO 306 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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