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655 UXR

1957 Ford Consul

Black Petrol 1703cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

99,776 mi
Last recorded99,776 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 1957 Ford Consul52,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration655 UXR
MakeFord
ModelConsul
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,703cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 99,776 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SEAL AREA (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel PLAY IN IDLER BUSH (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2024 99,776 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SEAL AREA (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel PLAY IN IDLER BUSH (2.3 (a) (i))

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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655 UXR is a 1957 Ford Consul in Black with a 1,703cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1957 Ford Consul models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 52,357 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 655 UXR, 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 69 years old, this Ford Consul is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 655 UXR?

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What year was 655 UXR registered?

655 UXR is a 1957 Ford Consul, first registered on 1 August 1957.

Is 655 UXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 655 UXR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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