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211 BXX

1961 Ford Consul

Maroon Petrol 1703cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,023 mi
Last recorded39,023 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1961 Ford Consul52,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration211 BXX
MakeFord
ModelConsul
Year1961
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,703cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2017 39,023 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 38,889 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 38,464 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 38,065 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 37,827 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 37,548 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 37,182 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 36,851 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 35,762 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 34,244 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Consul?

Based on 7,272 MOT tests across 1,112 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 300
brake binding 207
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 183
parking brake recording little or no effort 164
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 128
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211 BXX is a 1961 Ford Consul in Maroon with a 1,703cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Ford Consul models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 52,367 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Consul fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 300 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 211 BXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Consul typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 65 years old, this Ford Consul is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 211 BXX registered?

211 BXX is a 1961 Ford Consul, first registered on 1 April 1961.

Is 211 BXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 211 BXX shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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