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USL 801

1962 Ford Classic

Blue Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

1,461 mi
Last recorded1,461 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 1962 Ford Classic58,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSL 801
MakeFord
ModelClassic
Year1962
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 1,461 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 1,461 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 99,946 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 99,640 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 99,240 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 99,074 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 98,944 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 98,755 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 98,138 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Nov 2006 97,314 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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USL 801 is a 1962 Ford Classic in Blue with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 USL 801, 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 USL 801 registered?

USL 801 is a 1962 Ford Classic, first registered on 21 November 1962.

Is USL 801 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USL 801 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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