MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
60,534 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
brake performance met but possibilty of contamanation by oil in hubs
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Ford Thames?
Based on 1,169 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.
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WRG 697A is a 1963 Ford Thames in Green with a 1,703cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1963 Ford Thames models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 48,706 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 Thames fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WRG 697A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Ford Thames typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 63 years old, this Ford Thames is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of WRG 697A?
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What year was WRG 697A registered?
WRG 697A is a 1963 Ford Thames, first registered on 13 March 1963.
Is WRG 697A safe to buy?
The MOT history for WRG 697A shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does WRG 697A have outstanding finance?
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