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OPO 566

1953 Ford Prefect

Green Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,364 mi
Last recorded29,364 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2012
Typical for 1953 Ford Prefect57,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPO 566
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1953
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2012 29,364 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 88,317 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 88,149 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 87,906 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 87,597 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 87,394 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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OPO 566 is a 1953 Ford Prefect in Green with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 OPO 566, 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 OPO 566?

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What year was OPO 566 registered?

OPO 566 is a 1953 Ford Prefect, first registered on 17 April 1953.

Is OPO 566 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPO 566 shows 6 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 OPO 566 have outstanding finance?

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