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537 GJO

1959 Ford Consul

Blue Petrol 1703cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,717 mi
Last recorded87,717 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2014
Typical for 1959 Ford Consul60,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration537 GJO
MakeFord
ModelConsul
Year1959
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,703cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2014 87,717 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 87,705 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 87,692 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 87,664 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 87,626 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 87,606 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 87,515 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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537 GJO is a 1959 Ford Consul in Blue with a 1,703cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Ford Consul models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 60,686 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 537 GJO, 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 67 years old, this Ford Consul is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 537 GJO?

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What year was 537 GJO registered?

537 GJO is a 1959 Ford Consul, first registered on 17 November 1959.

Is 537 GJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 537 GJO shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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