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KDL 154

1953 Ford Prefect

Blue Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1953 Ford Prefect57,834 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDL 154
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1953
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2012
Pass 12 Apr 2011 46,568 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Apr 2011 46,568 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Battery insecure

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 46,507 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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KDL 154 is a 1953 Ford Prefect in Blue with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KDL 154, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KDL 154?

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What year was KDL 154 registered?

KDL 154 is a 1953 Ford Prefect, first registered on 1 October 1953.

Is KDL 154 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDL 154 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KDL 154 have outstanding finance?

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