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VSV 698

1987 Ford Gpw

Green Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,416 mi
Last recorded11,416 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSV 698
MakeFord
ModelGpw
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 11,416 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 11,378 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 11,360 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 11,311 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 112,968 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 11,252 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 11,235 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 11,200 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 11,154 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 11,124 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 11,077 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 11,049 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 11,043 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2010 11,008 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 10,991 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 10,946 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 10,905 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 10,852 miles

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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VSV 698 is a 1987 Ford Gpw in Green with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VSV 698, 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 39 years old, this Ford Gpw is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VSV 698 registered?

VSV 698 is a 1987 Ford Gpw, first registered on 9 April 1987.

Is VSV 698 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSV 698 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VSV 698 have outstanding finance?

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