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XSV 830

1930 Ford A

Green Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

5,308 mi
Last recorded5,308 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 1930 Ford A34,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSV 830
MakeFord
ModelA
Year1930
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 5,308 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 5,306 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2015 5,306 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 53,842 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 53,735 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 52,412 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 52,478 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 52,262 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 52,094 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 3 Apr 2009 52,094 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 52,485 miles

Brake link rods slight wear in ends

How Reliable is the Ford A?

Based on 728 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

93.5%
Pass Rate
295
Miles/Year
97
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 8
wheel bearing has excessive play 5
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4
suspension locking device ineffective 4
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XSV 830 is a 1930 Ford A in Green with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1930 Ford A models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 34,921 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 A fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XSV 830, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford A typically stays on UK roads for around 97 years. At 96 years old, this Ford A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XSV 830 registered?

XSV 830 is a 1930 Ford A, first registered on 31 December 1930.

Is XSV 830 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSV 830 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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