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HVK 242C

1965 Ford Galaxie

White Petrol 8cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,953 mi
Last recorded3,953 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVK 242C
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine8cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 3,953 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened Both sides,bushes worn. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2026 3,953 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened Both sides,bushes worn. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Adjustment sleeve loose on track rod end. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 98,153 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 97,442 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear handbrake cable fraying

Pass 12 Feb 2016 96,666 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 95,663 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Ford Galaxie?

Based on 791 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 23
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18
parking brake recording little or no effort 18
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HVK 242C is a 1965 Ford Galaxie in White with a 8cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Ford Galaxie fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HVK 242C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Galaxie typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 61 years old, this Ford Galaxie is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVK 242C registered?

HVK 242C is a 1965 Ford Galaxie, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is HVK 242C safe to buy?

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