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XEL 914B

1979 Ford Consul

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,478 mi
Last recorded98,478 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEL 914B
MakeFord
ModelConsul
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2021 98,478 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 98,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outriggers corroded (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight damage outriggers and sill (6.1.A.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately Font cross member (2.4.A.3)

Fail 9 Jun 2017 98,478 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately supported By handbrake mechanism beside engine (1.9.2a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases welded join by flexible section (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure thread too short (2.7.2b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure tread too short (2.7.2b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outriggers corroded (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight damage outriggers and sill (6.1.A.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately Font cross member (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 98,209 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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XEL 914B is a 1979 Ford Consul in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XEL 914B, 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 47 years old, this Ford Consul is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XEL 914B registered?

XEL 914B is a 1979 Ford Consul, first registered on 30 November 1979.

Is XEL 914B safe to buy?

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