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SPR 620

1962 Ford Classic

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,692 mi
Last recorded73,692 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2011
Typical for 1962 Ford Classic58,737 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPR 620
MakeFord
ModelClassic
Year1962
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2011 73,692 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 73,491 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 73,489 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear handbrake low

Pass 23 Jun 2009 73,086 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 72,398 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

drivers door difficult to close at times

heavy corrosion around offside jack point and inner sill

nearside front brake binding slightly

suspect clivis pins in rear handbrake cable fixings are not the correct type recommend replacement

Pass 23 Jul 2007 72,398 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 72,398 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

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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SPR 620 is a 1962 Ford Classic in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SPR 620, 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 SPR 620?

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What year was SPR 620 registered?

SPR 620 is a 1962 Ford Classic, first registered on 16 February 1962.

Is SPR 620 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPR 620 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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