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XVS 497

1993 Ford Anglia

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,991 mi
Last recorded3,991 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVS 497
MakeFord
ModelAnglia
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 3,991 miles

155/15/X/2/=FRONTS 235/60/15 X 2 REARS

SERVICE?-CHECK VEHICLE RECORDS

VEHICLE PRESENTED HAS BEEN EXTENSIVELY MODIFIED/CUSTOMISED,LOWERED,ETC ETC,

Pass 17 Jul 2015 3,827 miles

155/15/X 2 FRONTS

235/60/15 X 2 REARS

SERVICE?-CHECK VEHICLE REDCORDS

VEHICLE PRESENTED HAS BEEN HEAVILY MODIFIED/CUSTOMIZED--SUSPENSION/LIGHTS/DOORS/ENGINE/ETC ETC,,

Pass 24 Jul 2013 3,573 miles

155/15 X 2 FRONTS

235/.60/15 X 2 REARS

NO RT DISPLAYED

VEHICLE PRESENTED HAS BEEN CUSTOMISED,SUSPENSION,LIGHTS,DOORS,ENGINE ETC,,,,

Pass 15 Apr 2011 3,567 miles

155/15 X2-FRONTS

235/60/15 X2 REARS

VEHICLE PRESENTED IS A CUSTOM BUILD FROM TOP TO BOTTOM FRON TO BACK T O FRONT ETC-

Pass 17 Dec 2009 3,480 miles

exhaust blowing, o/s front tyre uneven wear, n/s front tyre close to exhaust at lock

Fail 3 Dec 2009 3,477 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

exhaust blowing, o/s front tyre uneven wear, n/s front tyre close to exhaust at lock

Pass 9 Oct 2008 3,438 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 3,050 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 2,927 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Anglia?

Based on 17,256 MOT tests across 2,716 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
2,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 524
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 495
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 430
brake binding 402
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 334
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XVS 497 is a 1993 Ford Anglia in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Ford Anglia fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 524 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XVS 497, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Anglia typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 33 years old, this Ford Anglia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XVS 497 registered?

XVS 497 is a 1993 Ford Anglia, first registered on 19 March 1993.

Is XVS 497 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVS 497 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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