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OJA 576

1959 Ford Gpw

Green Petrol 1939cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

8,623 mi
Last recorded8,623 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1959 Ford Gpw14,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJA 576
MakeFord
ModelGpw
Year1959
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,939cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 8,623 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 6,944 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 3,996 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 2,570 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 42,771 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel drop arm (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 41,029 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 39,240 miles

slight wear in steering idler drop arm bush

Pass 20 Mar 2015 37,848 miles

slight play in main steering idler

Pass 20 Mar 2014 36,370 miles

slight play in main steering idler

Pass 15 Feb 2013 35,105 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 33,557 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 31,875 miles

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

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

small cut in n/s/r tyre wall

Pass 12 Mar 2010 30,631 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 29,504 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 29,504 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 28,672 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 27,765 miles

Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 26,754 miles

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

Nearside Front Leaf spring linkage pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Leaf spring linkage pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

How Reliable is the Ford Gpw?

Based on 842 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

92.8%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
84
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 10
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Registration plate lamp not fitted 5
wheel bearing has excessive play 5
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OJA 576 is a 1959 Ford Gpw in Green with a 1,939cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1959 Ford Gpw models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 14,480 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Ford Gpw fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OJA 576, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Gpw typically stays on UK roads for around 84 years. At 67 years old, this Ford Gpw is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OJA 576?

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What year was OJA 576 registered?

OJA 576 is a 1959 Ford Gpw, first registered on 25 April 1959.

Is OJA 576 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJA 576 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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