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HVG 829L

1972 Ford Consul

Bronze Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,741 mi
Last recorded28,741 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2016
Typical for 1972 Ford Consul49,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 829L
MakeFord
ModelConsul
Year1972
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2016 28,741 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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HVG 829L is a 1972 Ford Consul in Bronze with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Ford Consul models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 49,045 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HVG 829L, 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 54 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 HVG 829L?

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What year was HVG 829L registered?

HVG 829L is a 1972 Ford Consul, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is HVG 829L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVG 829L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HVG 829L have outstanding finance?

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