MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
265 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
nearside and offside rear tyres perished
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS
nearside and offside rear tyres perished
rear brake check
How Reliable is the Ford Consul?
Based on 7,272 MOT tests across 1,112 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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288 UPH is a 1981 Ford Consul in Red with a 1,703cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1981 Ford Consul models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 52,606 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 288 UPH, 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 45 years old, this Ford Consul is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of 288 UPH?
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What year was 288 UPH registered?
288 UPH is a 1981 Ford Consul, first registered on 18 March 1981.
Is 288 UPH safe to buy?
The MOT history for 288 UPH shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 288 UPH have outstanding finance?
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