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SFF 493

1981 Willys Jeep

Green Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,249 mi
Last recorded61,249 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFF 493
MakeWillys
ModelJeep
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2006 61,249 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 61,224 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

How Reliable is the Willys Jeep?

Based on 2,990 MOT tests across 494 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
226
Miles/Year
84
Year Lifespan
494
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 58
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
position lamp(s) not working 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27
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SFF 493 is a 1981 Willys Jeep in Green with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Willys Jeep fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SFF 493, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Willys Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 84 years. At 45 years old, this Willys Jeep is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of SFF 493?

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What year was SFF 493 registered?

SFF 493 is a 1981 Willys Jeep, first registered on 14 April 1981.

Is SFF 493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFF 493 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SFF 493 have outstanding finance?

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