MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
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Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
engine smokes when first starts but then clears
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
engine smokes when first starts but then clears
How Reliable is the Ford Consul?
Based on 7,272 MOT tests across 1,112 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RAS 589 is a 1971 Ford Consul in Maroon with a 1,703cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 RAS 589, 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 55 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 RAS 589?
You can check the full history of RAS 589 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was RAS 589 registered?
RAS 589 is a 1971 Ford Consul, first registered on 1 January 1971.
Is RAS 589 safe to buy?
The MOT history for RAS 589 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does RAS 589 have outstanding finance?
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