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PTU 966B

1964 Ford Thames

Green Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,868 mi
Last recorded21,868 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2013
Typical for 1964 Ford Thames33,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTU 966B
MakeFord
ModelThames
Year1964
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 12 Oct 2013 21,868 miles

diff oil lewak

engine oil leak

Centre Front Lower registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 21,864 miles

front brake pipes rusty

oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2011 21,853 miles

general wear suspension bushes

n/s/r back plate damp

wear front hubs

Pass 16 Sep 2010 21,839 miles

general wear steering

general wear suspension bushes

Pass 25 Sep 2009 21,772 miles

front brake pipes rusty

n/s/r hubseal leaking

How Reliable is the Ford Thames?

Based on 1,169 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
267
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 29
brake recording little or no effort 25
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 22
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 22
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PTU 966B is a 1964 Ford Thames in Green with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1964 Ford Thames models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 33,612 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Thames fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PTU 966B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Thames typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 62 years old, this Ford Thames is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PTU 966B registered?

PTU 966B is a 1964 Ford Thames, first registered on 7 March 1964.

Is PTU 966B safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTU 966B shows 5 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 PTU 966B have outstanding finance?

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