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MXE 286K

1972 Ford Consul

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,592 mi
Last recorded65,592 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 1972 Ford Consul49,045 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMXE 286K
MakeFord
ModelConsul
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2020 65,592 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 65,404 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 64,442 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 64,247 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 63,934 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 63,850 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 63,241 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 63,210 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 62,706 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 62,496 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 61,957 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 61,827 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 52,622 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 52,196 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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MXE 286K is a 1972 Ford Consul in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests 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 MXE 286K, 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 MXE 286K?

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What year was MXE 286K registered?

MXE 286K is a 1972 Ford Consul, first registered on 14 April 1972.

Is MXE 286K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MXE 286K shows 14 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 MXE 286K have outstanding finance?

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