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TAS 174

2004 Ford A

Cream Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,161 mi
Last recorded3,161 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAS 174
MakeFord
ModelA
Year2004
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2011 3,161 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 2,223 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 269 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 269 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 300 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 267 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 267 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 267 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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TAS 174 is a 2004 Ford A in Cream with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TAS 174, 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 22 years old, this Ford A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was TAS 174 registered?

TAS 174 is a 2004 Ford A, first registered on 24 January 2004.

Is TAS 174 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAS 174 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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