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DRV 907

1948 Ford Thames

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2016
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,038 mi
Last recorded48,038 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRV 907
MakeFord
ModelThames
Year1948
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2015 48,038 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 47,900 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 47,307 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 47,248 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 47,236 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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DRV 907 is a 1948 Ford Thames in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DRV 907, 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 78 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 DRV 907 registered?

DRV 907 is a 1948 Ford Thames, first registered on 16 July 1948.

Is DRV 907 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRV 907 shows 5 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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