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JVS 504

1960 Ford Prefect

Blue Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,450 mi
Last recorded68,450 miles
Recorded on27 May 2008
Typical for 1960 Ford Prefect61,663 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVS 504
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1960
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 May 2008 68,450 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Ford Prefect?

Based on 4,172 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
274
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 66
Stop lamp not working 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
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JVS 504 is a 1960 Ford Prefect in Blue with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 61,663 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JVS 504, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Prefect typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 66 years old, this Ford Prefect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JVS 504 registered?

JVS 504 is a 1960 Ford Prefect, first registered on 31 October 1960.

Is JVS 504 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVS 504 shows 1 test 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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