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VHV 254

1962 Ford Classic

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,022 mi
Last recorded55,022 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2010
Typical for 1962 Ford Classic58,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHV 254
MakeFord
ModelClassic
Year1962
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2010 55,022 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 54,984 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 54,984 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 54,974 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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VHV 254 is a 1962 Ford Classic in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VHV 254, 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 VHV 254 registered?

VHV 254 is a 1962 Ford Classic, first registered on 18 September 1962.

Is VHV 254 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHV 254 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VHV 254 have outstanding finance?

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