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GGB 242C

1996 Ford Thames

Maroon Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,426 mi
Last recorded41,426 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGB 242C
MakeFord
ModelThames
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 41,426 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 41,032 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 41,032 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 40,783 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 40,597 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 42,108 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 42,012 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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GGB 242C is a 1996 Ford Thames in Maroon with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GGB 242C, 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 30 years old, this Ford Thames is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GGB 242C registered?

GGB 242C is a 1996 Ford Thames, first registered on 19 June 1996.

Is GGB 242C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGB 242C shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GGB 242C have outstanding finance?

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