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UWG 741

1962 Ford Classic

Yellow Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

68,601 mi
Last recorded68,601 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 1962 Ford Classic58,737 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWG 741
MakeFord
ModelClassic
Year1962
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 68,601 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2015 68,595 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 68,547 miles

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

nearside and offside front sill corroded

Fail 8 Aug 2013 68,547 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

nearside and offside front sill corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2012 68,540 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 68,522 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 68,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2010 68,417 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 68,417 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 68,359 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 68,359 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 68,322 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 68,137 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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UWG 741 is a 1962 Ford Classic in Yellow with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 UWG 741, 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 UWG 741 registered?

UWG 741 is a 1962 Ford Classic, first registered on 19 July 1962.

Is UWG 741 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWG 741 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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