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ESV 649

1988 Ford Consul

Red Petrol 1703cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,906 mi
Last recorded87,906 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESV 649
MakeFord
ModelConsul
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,703cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2012 87,906 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 87,877 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 87,807 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 87,542 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 87,362 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 87,287 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 87,079 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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ESV 649 is a 1988 Ford Consul in Red with a 1,703cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 ESV 649, 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 38 years old, this Ford Consul is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ESV 649?

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What year was ESV 649 registered?

ESV 649 is a 1988 Ford Consul, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is ESV 649 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESV 649 shows 7 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 ESV 649 have outstanding finance?

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