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OHM 755K

1972 Ford Consul

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2012
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,304 mi
Last recorded85,304 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2012
Typical for 1972 Ford Consul49,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHM 755K
MakeFord
ModelConsul
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Nov 2012 85,304 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 83,502 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear tyres perished

Fail 6 Jul 2011 83,491 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear tyres perished

Pass 2 Jun 2010 82,818 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 82,801 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 May 2009 81,754 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 81,754 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 May 2008 80,665 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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OHM 755K is a 1972 Ford Consul in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OHM 755K, 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 OHM 755K?

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What year was OHM 755K registered?

OHM 755K is a 1972 Ford Consul, first registered on 10 July 1972.

Is OHM 755K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHM 755K shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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