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Ford Consul

Black · Petrol · 1961 · 1,703 cc

VFO 893MOT history

VFO 893 is a black petrol Ford Consul first used on 1 Jun 1961. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2024 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 63,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2024
Mileage
63,313 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2023
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
57 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VFO 893
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Consul
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,703 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
1 Jun 1961
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

VFO 893 was last recorded at 63,313 miles on 15 Dec 2023, 1,376 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2017.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Oct 2009: 59,415 miles, lower than 63,799 miles on 9 Sept 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
61,937 miles · 15 Jun 2017
Between the last two tests
1,376 miles
Average per year
57 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 63,313 miles
  • 2017 – 61,937 miles
  • 2016 – 61,617 miles
  • 2015 – 61,403 miles
  • 2014 – 60,965 miles
  • 2013 – 60,961 miles
  • 2012 – 60,188 miles
  • 2011 – 60,126 miles
  • 2010 – 59,892 miles
  • 2009 – 59,415 miles
  • 2008 – 63,799 miles
  • 2007 – 63,143 miles
  • 2005 – 62,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,313 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,313 miles (+1,376)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    63,313 miles
    Test number
    306268275962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass61,937 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,937 miles
    Test number
    217878561227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail61,930 miles (+313)2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,930 miles
    Test number
    822432175039
    • DangerousNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  4. Pass61,617 miles (+214)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,617 miles
    Test number
    959782042084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass61,403 miles (+438)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,403 miles
    Test number
    485364785040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,965 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    60,965 miles
    Test number
    509754884051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,961 miles (+773)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,961 miles
    Test number
    456613203444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,188 miles (+62)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    60,188 miles
    Test number
    938390502380
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Pass60,126 miles (+11)2 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,126 miles
    Test number
    368378171239
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front chassis rails slightly damaged
    • NoteBoth rear brake backing plates damp and require attention soon
    • NoteBoth track control arm bushes slightly perished
    • NoteHandbrake cables slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside rear wheel has a slight brake bind
    • NoteOil around engine
    • NoteOil around rear differential
    • NoteRear leaf spring bushes slightly perished
    • NoteSlight play in steering box
    • NoteVehicle has been heavily repaired and undersealed

  10. Fail60,115 miles (+223)4 failures10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,115 miles
    Test number
    867537471293
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front chassis rails slightly damaged
    • NoteBoth rear brake backing plates damp and require attention soon
    • NoteBoth track control arm bushes slightly perished
    • NoteHandbrake cables slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside rear wheel has a slight brake bind
    • NoteOil around engine
    • NoteOil around rear differential
    • NoteRear leaf spring bushes slightly perished
    • NoteSlight play in steering box
    • NoteVehicle has been heavily repaired and undersealed

  11. Pass59,892 miles (+477)10 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    59,892 miles
    Test number
    531127080290
    • NoteAll four leaf spring bushes slightly perished
    • NoteBoth rear wheels have a slight brake bind
    • NoteBoth track control arm bushes slightly perished
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket requires attention soon
    • NoteHandbrake cables slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside washer requires attention soon
    • NoteOffside handbrake performance requires attention soon
    • NoteOil cap requires attention soon
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle has been extensuivly repaired and undersealed

  12. Pass59,415 miles (-4,384)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,415 miles
    Test number
    890655589249
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket requires attention soon
    • NoteVehicle has been extensuivly repaired and heavily undersealed

  13. Pass63,799 miles (+505)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,799 miles
    Test number
    262683458224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,294 miles (+151)1 dangerous9 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,294 miles
    Test number
    623827328225
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteSuspect slight oil leak from rear hub seal drain holes. n/s wiper balde split

  15. Pass63,143 miles (+22)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    63,143 miles
    Test number
    213106707368
    • Note185 tyres fitted to rear 175 tyres fitted to front

  16. Fail63,121 miles (+839)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,121 miles
    Test number
    282072697261
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • Note185 tyres fitted to rear 175 tyres fitted to front

  17. Pass62,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    62,282 miles
    Test number
    480835515429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about VFO 893

What vehicle is registration VFO 893 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VFO 893 on a black petrol Ford Consul first used on 1 Jun 1961. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VFO 893 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on VFO 893 expired on 14 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on VFO 893?
The MOT on VFO 893 expired on 14 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has VFO 893 done?
VFO 893 was recorded at 63,313 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2023, an average of 57 miles a year.
Has VFO 893 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VFO 893 has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on VFO 893 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Oct 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on VFO 893 find?
VFO 893 passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm; nearside leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush; offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm, and 2 more.

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