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623 ADL

1963 Ford Cortina

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

13,923 mi
Last recorded13,923 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 1963 Ford Cortina51,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration623 ADL
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1963
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 13,923 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 13,131 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 12,909 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 12,588 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 12,376 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 11,942 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 11,623 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 11,379 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 10,877 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 10,662 miles

Nearside Front sill cororded

Pass 4 Sep 2014 10,469 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 9,964 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 9,107 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 9,107 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 9,107 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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623 ADL is a 1963 Ford Cortina in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1963 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 51,608 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 623 ADL, 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 63 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 623 ADL registered?

623 ADL is a 1963 Ford Cortina, first registered on 18 March 1963.

Is 623 ADL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 623 ADL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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