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Nearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wheei arch (6.1.B.2)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
hole in exhaust tailpipe
slight play in bioth propsharft u/js need greasing
How Reliable is the Ford Thames?
Based on 1,169 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WVS 493 is a 1988 Ford Thames in Blue with a 1,703cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
The most common reason a Ford Thames fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WVS 493, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Ford Thames typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 38 years old, this Ford Thames is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of WVS 493?
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What year was WVS 493 registered?
WVS 493 is a 1988 Ford Thames, first registered on 18 October 1988.
Is WVS 493 safe to buy?
The MOT history for WVS 493 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 WVS 493 have outstanding finance?
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