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EL 1071

1979 Ford Model A

Blue Petrol 3258cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2016
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,427 mi
Last recorded88,427 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL 1071
MakeFord
ModelModel A
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,258cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2015 88,427 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 84,933 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 83,958 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Model A?

Based on 1,334 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

92.4%
Pass Rate
391
Miles/Year
98
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 9
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 9
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
parking brake recording little or no effort 7
Steering rack gaiter split 7
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EL 1071 is a 1979 Ford Model A in Blue with a 3,258cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Model A fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EL 1071, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Model A typically stays on UK roads for around 98 years. At 47 years old, this Ford Model A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EL 1071?

You can check the full history of EL 1071 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EL 1071 registered?

EL 1071 is a 1979 Ford Model A, first registered on 2 March 1979.

Is EL 1071 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EL 1071 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EL 1071 have outstanding finance?

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