CarVerify

Free Car Check

SFO 601

1996 Ford Prefect

Grey Petrol 1172cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,984 mi
Last recorded48,984 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2011
4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFO 601
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2011 48,984 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 48,936 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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
Full Ford Prefect reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SFO 601 is a 1996 Ford Prefect in Grey with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SFO 601, 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 30 years old, this Ford Prefect is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SFO 601?

You can check the full history of SFO 601 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SFO 601 registered?

SFO 601 is a 1996 Ford Prefect, first registered on 8 February 1996.

Is SFO 601 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFO 601 shows 2 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 SFO 601 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SFO 601. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.