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GSU 871

1988 Ford Anglia

Black Petrol 933cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

48,312 mi
Last recorded48,312 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSU 871
MakeFord
ModelAnglia
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine933cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2009 48,312 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

corrosion across rear of boot floor

corrosion in n/s/f wing mount on chassis

How Reliable is the Ford Anglia?

Based on 17,256 MOT tests across 2,716 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
2,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 524
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 495
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 430
brake binding 402
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 334
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GSU 871 is a 1988 Ford Anglia in Black with a 933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

The most common reason a Ford Anglia fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 524 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GSU 871, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Anglia typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 38 years old, this Ford Anglia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GSU 871 registered?

GSU 871 is a 1988 Ford Anglia, first registered on 23 May 1988.

Is GSU 871 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSU 871 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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