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WAY 458

1960 Ford Prefect

Grey Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,052 mi
Last recorded48,052 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1960 Ford Prefect61,663 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAY 458
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1960
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 7 May 2016 48,052 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 47,519 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 47,412 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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WAY 458 is a 1960 Ford Prefect in Grey with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 61,663 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WAY 458, 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 66 years old, this Ford Prefect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WAY 458?

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What year was WAY 458 registered?

WAY 458 is a 1960 Ford Prefect, first registered on 20 August 1960.

Is WAY 458 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAY 458 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WAY 458 have outstanding finance?

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