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KHF 212

1961 Ford Classic

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,365 mi
Last recorded59,365 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1961 Ford Classic47,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHF 212
MakeFord
ModelClassic
Year1961
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 59,365 miles

nearside front brake slight binding

nearside lower body holed and corroded

offside lower body holed and corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2016 59,365 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 59,365 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 59,365 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 59,365 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 59,365 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 59,295 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 57,486 miles

Handbrake cable resting on rear shock absorbers

Handbrake return spring adrift

Oil leak

slight play in steering box

Fail 21 Jul 2009 57,473 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Handbrake cable resting on rear shock absorbers

Handbrake return spring adrift

Oil leak

Possible weakness on osf inner wing area where steering box fits

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 55,307 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ford Classic?

Based on 1,617 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 35
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
brake binding 32
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 29
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KHF 212 is a 1961 Ford Classic in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1961 Ford Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 47,996 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 Classic fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KHF 212, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 65 years old, this Ford Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KHF 212?

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What year was KHF 212 registered?

KHF 212 is a 1961 Ford Classic, first registered on 21 July 1961.

Is KHF 212 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KHF 212 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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