9 Model Years Analyzed
Ford Thames
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1954-1965), based on 12 DVSA recorded tests.
91.7%
Average Pass Rate
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Model Years
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Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
1962 Ford Thames MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
- 2A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 3A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play
- 4Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.
- 5Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Ford Thames?
The Ford Thames has an average 91.7% MOT pass rate across model years 1954 to 1965, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Thames?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Ford Thames across all years are: steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Ford Thames year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Ford Thames model years.