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OO 7160

1962 Ford Classic

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,016 mi
Last recorded10,016 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2018
Typical for 1962 Ford Classic58,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOO 7160
MakeFord
ModelClassic
Year1962
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2018 10,016 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 10,016 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 9,636 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 9,076 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 9,076 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 8,651 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 7,893 miles

advise all tyres wearing low

Pass 29 Jun 2011 7,208 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 6,330 miles

welded repairs to vehicle chassis and floor sections

Fail 23 Jul 2007 6,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

welded repairs to vehicle chassis and floor sections

Pass 21 Jan 2006 6,144 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Classic?

Based on 1,617 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 35
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
brake binding 32
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 29
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OO 7160 is a 1962 Ford Classic in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1962 Ford Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 58,737 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 Classic fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OO 7160, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 64 years old, this Ford Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OO 7160 registered?

OO 7160 is a 1962 Ford Classic, first registered on 1 February 1962.

Is OO 7160 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OO 7160 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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