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N457 GHG

1996 Ford Cardinal Hearse

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

42,604 mi
Last recorded42,604 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Ford Cardinal Hearse56,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN457 GHG
MakeFord
ModelCardinal Hearse
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 42,604 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 42,336 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 42,147 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Mar 2016 41,497 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 40,782 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 40,304 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 39,256 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 38,204 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 37,635 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 37,307 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 37,079 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 27,514 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 34,262 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Dec 2008 34,262 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 33,210 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 31,285 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 29,369 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Cardinal Hearse?

Based on 5,995 MOT tests across 523 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
2,603
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
523
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 252
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 173
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 129
Brake pipe excessively corroded 128
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116
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N457 GHG is a 1996 Ford Cardinal Hearse in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1996 Ford Cardinal Hearse models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 56,063 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Cardinal Hearse fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N457 GHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Cardinal Hearse typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 30 years old, this Ford Cardinal Hearse is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N457 GHG registered?

N457 GHG is a 1996 Ford Cardinal Hearse, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N457 GHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N457 GHG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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