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ALJ 481A

1962 Ford Classic

Blue Petrol 6200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1962 Ford Classic58,737 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALJ 481A
MakeFord
ModelClassic
Year1962
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,200cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2008
Fail 6 Jun 2008

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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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ALJ 481A is a 1962 Ford Classic in Blue with a 6,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ALJ 481A, 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 ALJ 481A?

You can check the full history of ALJ 481A by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ALJ 481A registered?

ALJ 481A is a 1962 Ford Classic, first registered on 3 May 1962.

Is ALJ 481A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALJ 481A shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ALJ 481A have outstanding finance?

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