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BGP 840H

1970 Ford Corsair

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,399 mi
Last recorded51,399 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 Ford Corsair59,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGP 840H
MakeFord
ModelCorsair
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 51,399 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 51,366 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 51,341 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 51,288 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 51,059 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

o/s/r leaf spring is slightly weakened

Pass 23 Jul 2010 50,882 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 50,677 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 50,394 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 50,023 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 49,409 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 49,409 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

dust covers missing from ball joints .

vehicle is dangeres to drive due to going in to gear on its own

How Reliable is the Ford Corsair?

Based on 3,387 MOT tests across 455 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
455
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 99
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 74
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
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BGP 840H is a 1970 Ford Corsair in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Ford Corsair models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 59,039 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Corsair fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BGP 840H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Corsair typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 56 years old, this Ford Corsair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BGP 840H registered?

BGP 840H is a 1970 Ford Corsair, first registered on 1 July 1970.

Is BGP 840H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGP 840H shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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