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131 UXU

1962 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,037 mi
Last recorded69,037 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1962 Ford Cortina27,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration131 UXU
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1962
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2026 69,037 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 68,816 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 68,543 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 68,026 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 67,436 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 66,902 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 66,902 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 66,821 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 66,808 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 66,553 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 66,403 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 66,057 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?

Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
409
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
7,991
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,806
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,355
brake binding 1,352
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,210
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,173
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131 UXU is a 1962 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 27,242 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Cortina fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,806 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 131 UXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Cortina typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 64 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 131 UXU?

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What year was 131 UXU registered?

131 UXU is a 1962 Ford Cortina, first registered on 5 October 1962.

Is 131 UXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 131 UXU 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.

Does 131 UXU have outstanding finance?

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