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PSL 496

1983 Ford A

Blue Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

228 mi
Last recorded228 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSL 496
MakeFord
ModelA
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2006 228 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 218 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Ford A?

Based on 728 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

93.5%
Pass Rate
295
Miles/Year
97
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 8
wheel bearing has excessive play 5
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4
suspension locking device ineffective 4
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PSL 496 is a 1983 Ford A in Blue with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Ford A fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PSL 496, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford A typically stays on UK roads for around 97 years. At 43 years old, this Ford A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PSL 496 registered?

PSL 496 is a 1983 Ford A, first registered on 21 August 1983.

Is PSL 496 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSL 496 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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