MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
1,257 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
Oil leak
offside rear tyre slightly underinflated
Oil leak
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
coolant leaking
oil leak
How Reliable is the Ford Prefect?
Based on 4,172 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JDL 855 is a 1953 Ford Prefect in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1953 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 57,834 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 JDL 855, 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 73 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 JDL 855?
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What year was JDL 855 registered?
JDL 855 is a 1953 Ford Prefect, first registered on 21 May 1953.
Is JDL 855 safe to buy?
The MOT history for JDL 855 shows 8 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 JDL 855 have outstanding finance?
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