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ROD 896H

1979 Ford Model A

Red Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

2,451 mi
Last recorded2,451 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationROD 896H
MakeFord
ModelModel A
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2021 2,451 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 1,789 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 1,586 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 1,586 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 1,451 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 1,206 miles

n/s/r hub oil sill starting to weep oil

Pass 3 Apr 2014 1,103 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 947 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 732 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 1 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 17,984 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 17,966 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Model A?

Based on 1,334 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

92.4%
Pass Rate
391
Miles/Year
98
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 9
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 9
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
parking brake recording little or no effort 7
Steering rack gaiter split 7
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ROD 896H is a 1979 Ford Model A in Red with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

The most common reason a Ford Model A fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ROD 896H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Model A typically stays on UK roads for around 98 years. At 47 years old, this Ford Model A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ROD 896H registered?

ROD 896H is a 1979 Ford Model A, first registered on 11 May 1979.

Is ROD 896H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ROD 896H shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ROD 896H have outstanding finance?

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