1961 Ford Classic 1.5L Petrol · MGL 173
1961 Ford Classic (1.5L, petrol). First registered 18 Oct 1961. Recorded mileage 36,515 miles. MOT expired on 17 Oct 2024. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD CLASSIC
- Year / Origin
- 1961 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Oct 2024
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,515 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MGL 173 Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/10/2023
- 36,515 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MGL 173 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 1961 Ford Classic (MGL 173) between August 2006 and October 2023.
The record contains 9 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
MGL 173 Mileage History
- 07/08/2006105 mi
- 06/09/2007181 mi+76 mi
- 23/06/2009222 mi+41 mi
- 13/07/2010255 mi+33 mi
- 05/07/2011479 mi+224 mi
- 12/06/20122,365 mi+1,886 mi
- 19/06/20136,308 mi+3,943 mi
- 19/06/201411,283 mi+4,975 mi
- 19/10/202336,515 mi+25,232 mi
Average of roughly 2,117 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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