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GHR 3

1949 Ford Prefect

Green Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,016 mi
Last recorded85,016 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2012
Typical for 1949 Ford Prefect38,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHR 3
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1949
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2012 85,016 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 84,708 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 84,557 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 84,262 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 83,740 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 83,379 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 82,610 miles

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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GHR 3 is a 1949 Ford Prefect in Green with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1949 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 38,306 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 GHR 3, 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 77 years old, this Ford Prefect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GHR 3?

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What year was GHR 3 registered?

GHR 3 is a 1949 Ford Prefect, first registered on 20 October 1949.

Is GHR 3 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHR 3 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 GHR 3 have outstanding finance?

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