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UXW 507

1979 Ford Prefect

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,043 mi
Last recorded81,043 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUXW 507
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2006 81,043 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 81,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/r service and parking brake readings becoming low

oil leak

surface corrosion to both rear leaf springs

under body undersealed repairs

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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UXW 507 is a 1979 Ford Prefect in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UXW 507, 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 47 years old, this Ford Prefect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was UXW 507 registered?

UXW 507 is a 1979 Ford Prefect, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is UXW 507 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UXW 507 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.

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