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XMC 217A

1962 Ford Classic

Maroon Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,103 mi
Last recorded25,103 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 1962 Ford Classic58,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMC 217A
MakeFord
ModelClassic
Year1962
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2017 25,103 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 24,792 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 24,447 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 24,114 miles

Oil leak

surface rust nearside inner sill and front 2 nearside outriggers

unable to see thickness of front brake pads

Pass 18 Jun 2013 23,813 miles

nearside rear tyre damaged on inside wall

unable to see condition of front brake pads

Pass 18 May 2012 23,581 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 23,224 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 22,950 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 22,877 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 22,724 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 22,463 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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XMC 217A is a 1962 Ford Classic in Maroon with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XMC 217A, 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

How do I check the history of XMC 217A?

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What year was XMC 217A registered?

XMC 217A is a 1962 Ford Classic, first registered on 1 March 1962.

Is XMC 217A safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMC 217A shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XMC 217A have outstanding finance?

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