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SVE 909

1958 Ford Prefect

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1958 Ford Prefect47,792 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVE 909
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1958
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Apr 2022

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2017

Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Fail 19 Feb 2017

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2015

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

general corrosion to suspension parts

Pass 21 Oct 2012 47,999 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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SVE 909 is a 1958 Ford Prefect in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1958 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 47,792 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SVE 909, 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 68 years old, this Ford Prefect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SVE 909 registered?

SVE 909 is a 1958 Ford Prefect, first registered on 21 May 1958.

Is SVE 909 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVE 909 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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