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HPR 569

1983 Ford Thames

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,867 mi
Last recorded13,867 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPR 569
MakeFord
ModelThames
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2011 13,867 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 13,836 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 13,628 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 13,563 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 13,487 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 13,291 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 13,291 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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HPR 569 is a 1983 Ford Thames in Black with a 1,298cc 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 HPR 569, 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 43 years old, this Ford Thames is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HPR 569 registered?

HPR 569 is a 1983 Ford Thames, first registered on 11 August 1983.

Is HPR 569 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPR 569 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.

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