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HWN 258

1983 Ford Prefect

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,668 mi
Last recorded42,668 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWN 258
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 42,668 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

slight misting of oil from offside rear suspension unit

Pass 15 Apr 2014 41,818 miles

Oil leak

all steering joint rubbers in poor condition but not allowing the ingress of dirt

slight lift to nearside front king pin

slight misting of oil from steering box

Fail 15 Apr 2014 41,818 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

all steering joint rubbers in poor condition but not allowing the ingress of dirt

slight lift to nearside front king pin

slight misting of oil from steering box

Pass 7 Mar 2013 41,307 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 41,235 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 41,229 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 41,224 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 41,023 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 40,939 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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HWN 258 is a 1983 Ford Prefect in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HWN 258, 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 43 years old, this Ford Prefect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of HWN 258?

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What year was HWN 258 registered?

HWN 258 is a 1983 Ford Prefect, first registered on 25 October 1983.

Is HWN 258 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWN 258 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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