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RLJ 471R

1977 Ford A

Blue Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,028 mi
Last recorded2,028 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLJ 471R
MakeFord
ModelA
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2019 2,028 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 1,098 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 26 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 25 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 1 miles

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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RLJ 471R is a 1977 Ford A in Blue with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RLJ 471R, 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 49 years old, this Ford A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RLJ 471R registered?

RLJ 471R is a 1977 Ford A, first registered on 16 February 1977.

Is RLJ 471R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLJ 471R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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