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SV 8261

2000 Ford Model A

Black Petrol 3285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,790 mi
Last recorded67,790 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV 8261
MakeFord
ModelModel A
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,285cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2012 67,790 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 67,790 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 67,790 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 67,790 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Leaf spring anchor bracket rivet missing (2.4.B.6c)

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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

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

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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SV 8261 is a 2000 Ford Model A in Black with a 3,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV 8261, 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 26 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 SV 8261 registered?

SV 8261 is a 2000 Ford Model A, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is SV 8261 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV 8261 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV 8261 have outstanding finance?

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