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SV 8778

2001 Ford Model A

Yellow Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,651 mi
Last recorded52,651 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV 8778
MakeFord
ModelModel A
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2013 52,651 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 5,281 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Model A?

Based on 1,334 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

92.4%
Pass Rate
391
Miles/Year
98
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 9
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 9
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
parking brake recording little or no effort 7
Steering rack gaiter split 7
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SV 8778 is a 2001 Ford Model A in Yellow with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Model A fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV 8778, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Model A typically stays on UK roads for around 98 years. At 25 years old, this Ford Model A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SV 8778 registered?

SV 8778 is a 2001 Ford Model A, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is SV 8778 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV 8778 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.

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