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XFH 186

1997 Ford Prefect

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,428 mi
Last recorded26,428 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFH 186
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2011 26,428 miles

Both rear indicators faded and almost white

Handbrake only just meets minimum required effort

Offside rear wheel bearing noisy

Rust holes in various places but outside if prescribed areas

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Brake pedal very low

Pass 29 Jul 2010 26,320 miles

Front tyres different size to rear ones

All tyres in very bad condition (perished/cracked)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 25,364 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 25,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 23 May 2008 24,852 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 23,457 miles

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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XFH 186 is a 1997 Ford Prefect in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XFH 186, 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 29 years old, this Ford Prefect is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was XFH 186 registered?

XFH 186 is a 1997 Ford Prefect, first registered on 5 November 1997.

Is XFH 186 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFH 186 shows 6 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 XFH 186 have outstanding finance?

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