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GCY 879L

1972 Ford Pick Up

Blue Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,466 mi
Last recorded73,466 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2008
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCY 879L
MakeFord
ModelPick Up
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2008 73,466 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 73,107 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 72,806 miles

front brake imbalance only just passes (24%)

some play in steering box

How Reliable is the Ford Pick Up?

Based on 1,826 MOT tests across 198 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
1,594
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
198
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
position lamp(s) not working 30
Brake pipe excessively corroded 26
fog lamp not working 24
parking brake recording little or no effort 22
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GCY 879L is a 1972 Ford Pick Up in Blue with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Pick Up fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GCY 879L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Pick Up typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 54 years old, this Ford Pick Up is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GCY 879L?

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What year was GCY 879L registered?

GCY 879L is a 1972 Ford Pick Up, first registered on 13 September 1972.

Is GCY 879L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCY 879L shows 3 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 GCY 879L have outstanding finance?

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