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SUK 47L

1973 Ford Consul

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,572 mi
Last recorded98,572 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2015
Typical for 1973 Ford Consul63,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUK 47L
MakeFord
ModelConsul
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2015 98,572 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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SUK 47L is a 1973 Ford Consul in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Ford Consul models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 63,140 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 SUK 47L, 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 53 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 SUK 47L?

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What year was SUK 47L registered?

SUK 47L is a 1973 Ford Consul, first registered on 13 March 1973.

Is SUK 47L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUK 47L 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.

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