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320 UXY

1961 Ford Thames

Green Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,557 mi
Last recorded56,557 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 1961 Ford Thames72,431 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration320 UXY
MakeFord
ModelThames
Year1961
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2018 56,557 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 56,249 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 55,776 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 55,283 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 54,877 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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

fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated

n/s/f wheel bearing slight wear

Pass 3 Jul 2008 54,784 miles

Battery insecure

N/S/F WHEEL BEARING SLIGHT WEAR

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2005 54,136 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Thames?

Based on 1,169 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
267
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 29
brake recording little or no effort 25
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 22
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 22
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320 UXY is a 1961 Ford Thames in Green with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Ford Thames models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 72,431 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 320 UXY, 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 65 years old, this Ford Thames is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 320 UXY registered?

320 UXY is a 1961 Ford Thames, first registered on 1 December 1961.

Is 320 UXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 320 UXY shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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