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RPU 506

1950 Ford Prefect

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,787 mi
Last recorded4,787 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2012
Typical for 1950 Ford Prefect64,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPU 506
MakeFord
ModelPrefect
Year1950
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2012 4,787 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 4,334 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 4,334 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Ford Prefect?

Based on 4,172 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
274
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 66
Stop lamp not working 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
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RPU 506 is a 1950 Ford Prefect in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1950 Ford Prefect models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 64,988 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Prefect fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RPU 506, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Prefect typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 76 years old, this Ford Prefect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RPU 506 registered?

RPU 506 is a 1950 Ford Prefect, first registered on 6 September 1950.

Is RPU 506 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPU 506 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RPU 506 have outstanding finance?

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