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1980 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,656 mi
Last recorded23,656 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2006
Typical for 1980 Ford Cortina50,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration574 KW
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2006 23,656 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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574 KW is a 1980 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,978 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 574 KW, 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 46 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 574 KW registered?

574 KW is a 1980 Ford Cortina, first registered on 28 March 1980.

Is 574 KW safe to buy?

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