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MDX 748

1960 Ford Thames

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,057 mi
Last recorded82,057 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2007
Typical for 1960 Ford Thames59,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDX 748
MakeFord
ModelThames
Year1960
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2007 82,057 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 81,595 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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MDX 748 is a 1960 Ford Thames in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Ford Thames models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 59,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MDX 748, 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 66 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 MDX 748 registered?

MDX 748 is a 1960 Ford Thames, first registered on 1 December 1960.

Is MDX 748 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDX 748 shows 2 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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