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JAD 441

1983 Ford Prefect

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,796 mi
Last recorded38,796 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAD 441
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2012 38,796 miles

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

vaccum operated wipers/slow

Pass 5 Jul 2011 67,809 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 67,809 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 67,803 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 67,801 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

advise all tyres perished

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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JAD 441 is a 1983 Ford Prefect in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JAD 441, 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 JAD 441?

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What year was JAD 441 registered?

JAD 441 is a 1983 Ford Prefect, first registered on 6 October 1983.

Is JAD 441 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAD 441 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 JAD 441 have outstanding finance?

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