Official DVLA Record

1929 Ford Modela 2.0L Petrol · BF 8323

BF 8323

1929 Ford Modela (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/01/1929. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
FORD MODELA
Year / Origin
1929 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16/04/2025
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 16/04/2025
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1929
Engine
2000cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent testing history. The most recent MOT test conducted on 18 April 2024 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure was noted on that same date, the lack of specific defect details on the failure report suggests either an administrative error or a non-mechanical presentation issue that was rectified immediately prior to the re-test. Data regarding mileage accumulation is insufficient to perform a meaningful analysis of usage patterns or service intervals. The record lacks mileage readings between the initial registration in March 2017 and the subsequent tests through 2024. Without these data points, it is impossible to determine if the vehicle has undergone high-mileage use or has sat stationary, which prevents an assessment of the wear levels on time-sensitive components like the timing belt, clutch, or suspension bushings. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas that typically age on a Ford of this era. Since the MOT history shows no recurring advisories for structural rust, brake corrosion, or suspension play, the inspector should look for signs of oil leaksaks and the integrity of the exhaust mounting. Check the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or binding calipers, and inspect the tyres for age cracking, as the digital record does not detail the condition of these consumable items.

BF 8323 Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/04/2024
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
! Older vehicle
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BF 8323 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Jun 2026, 16:27
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1929 Ford Modela (BF 8323) between August 2022 and April 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
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ADVISORY

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