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RNL 770

1981 Ford Consul

Red Petrol 1703cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,637 mi
Last recorded78,637 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1981 Ford Consul52,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNL 770
MakeFord
ModelConsul
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,703cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2017 78,637 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front and rear (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 78,388 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 78,311 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 78,115 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 77,515 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 77,501 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 76,995 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 76,150 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 75,672 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 75,476 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 75,239 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 74,558 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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RNL 770 is a 1981 Ford Consul in Red with a 1,703cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RNL 770, 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 RNL 770?

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What year was RNL 770 registered?

RNL 770 is a 1981 Ford Consul, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is RNL 770 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNL 770 shows 12 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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