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VSK 296

1956 Ford Anglia

Grey Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,248 mi
Last recorded89,248 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2012
Typical for 1956 Ford Anglia59,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSK 296
MakeFord
ModelAnglia
Year1956
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2012 89,248 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

corrosion in most underbody structure

Pass 30 Mar 2011 88,890 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

corrosion in most parts of underbody structure

Fail 30 Mar 2011 88,890 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

corrosion in most parts of underbody structure

Pass 7 Apr 2010 88,649 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

corrosion in most underbody structure

Pass 21 Mar 2009 88,449 miles

corrosion in underbody structure

How Reliable is the Ford Anglia?

Based on 17,256 MOT tests across 2,716 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
2,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 524
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 495
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 430
brake binding 402
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 334
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VSK 296 is a 1956 Ford Anglia in Grey with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1956 Ford Anglia models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 59,214 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 Anglia fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 524 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VSK 296, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Anglia typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 70 years old, this Ford Anglia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VSK 296 registered?

VSK 296 is a 1956 Ford Anglia, first registered on 17 April 1956.

Is VSK 296 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSK 296 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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