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UEW 249

1958 Ford Gpw

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,096 mi
Last recorded6,096 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEW 249
MakeFord
ModelGpw
Year1958
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2008 6,096 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 5,930 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 4,926 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 4,919 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Leaf spring linkage pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

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

Steering bell crank has slight play.

Fail 1 Apr 2006 4,912 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring linkage pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Ford Gpw?

Based on 842 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

92.8%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
84
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 10
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Registration plate lamp not fitted 5
wheel bearing has excessive play 5
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UEW 249 is a 1958 Ford Gpw in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Ford Gpw fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UEW 249, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Gpw typically stays on UK roads for around 84 years. At 68 years old, this Ford Gpw is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UEW 249?

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What year was UEW 249 registered?

UEW 249 is a 1958 Ford Gpw, first registered on 7 July 1958.

Is UEW 249 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEW 249 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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