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425 FFU

1963 Ford Thames

Green Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,646 mi
Last recorded17,646 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1963 Ford Thames48,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration425 FFU
MakeFord
ModelThames
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2017 17,646 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 16,992 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 16,270 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 15,520 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 15,248 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 14,639 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 14,120 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 12,385 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 11,739 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 11,399 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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425 FFU is a 1963 Ford Thames in Green with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 425 FFU, 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 425 FFU?

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What year was 425 FFU registered?

425 FFU is a 1963 Ford Thames, first registered on 1 October 1963.

Is 425 FFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 425 FFU shows 10 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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