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XCH 268

1983 Ford Classic

White Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

28,953 mi
Last recorded28,953 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCH 268
MakeFord
ModelClassic
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 28,953 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 26,408 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/f out rigger corroded and hold not with in 30cm of any brakes or load bearing points

n/s/r suspension nut slight play on arm

vehicle has had welding to under side of vehicle and chassis

Fail 19 Jul 2017 26,408 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device missing split pin missing (2.4.G.3b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device missing split pin missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s/f out rigger corroded and hold not with in 30cm of any brakes or load bearing points

n/s/r suspension nut slight play on arm

vehicle has had welding to under side of vehicle and chassis

Pass 24 May 2016 26,679 miles

all prescribed areas and chassis beginning to show signs of corrosion

brake pipes corroding

brake pipes showing light corrosion

exhuast and mounts slightly corroded

vehicle welded extensively in various areas (welding ok and undersilled)

Fail 11 May 2016 26,678 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all prescribed areas and chassis beginning to show signs of corrosion

brake pipes corroding

brake pipes showing light corrosion

exhuast and mounts slightly corroded

vehicle welded extensively in various areas (welding ok and undersilled)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 26,064 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 26,061 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 26,011 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 26,011 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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XCH 268 is a 1983 Ford Classic in White with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 XCH 268, 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 43 years old, this Ford Classic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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XCH 268 is a 1983 Ford Classic, first registered on 19 November 1983.

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