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FWB 891H

1977 Ford Corsair

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,552 mi
Last recorded8,552 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWB 891H
MakeFord
ModelCorsair
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 8,552 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 8,458 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 8,287 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 7,812 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 7,802 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 Jul 2011 7,802 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 7,649 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 7,649 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 5,841 miles

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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FWB 891H is a 1977 Ford Corsair in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FWB 891H, 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 49 years old, this Ford Corsair is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FWB 891H?

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What year was FWB 891H registered?

FWB 891H is a 1977 Ford Corsair, first registered on 1 April 1977.

Is FWB 891H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWB 891H shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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