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APP 68J

1970 Ford Consul

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,221 mi
Last recorded77,221 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPP 68J
MakeFord
ModelConsul
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2014 77,221 miles

Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 76,788 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 76,332 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 75,733 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 74,955 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 74,544 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 73,865 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 71,362 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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APP 68J is a 1970 Ford Consul in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 APP 68J, 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 56 years old, this Ford Consul is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APP 68J registered?

APP 68J is a 1970 Ford Consul, first registered on 4 September 1970.

Is APP 68J safe to buy?

The MOT history for APP 68J shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does APP 68J have outstanding finance?

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