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WFR 605

1961 Ford Classic

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,079 mi
Last recorded24,079 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2009
Typical for 1961 Ford Classic47,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFR 605
MakeFord
ModelClassic
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2009 24,079 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 24,030 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 23,862 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

o/s/front jacking point corroded.

Pass 14 Sep 2007 18,777 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Classic?

Based on 1,617 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 35
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
brake binding 32
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 29
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WFR 605 is a 1961 Ford Classic in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1961 Ford Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 47,996 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 Classic fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WFR 605, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 65 years old, this Ford Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WFR 605 registered?

WFR 605 is a 1961 Ford Classic, first registered on 23 June 1961.

Is WFR 605 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFR 605 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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