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A295 DUF

1984 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,579 mi
Last recorded22,579 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1984 Ford Cortina64,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA295 DUF
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 22,579 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 22,245 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 22,175 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 21,935 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 21,895 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 21,367 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 21,355 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 20,831 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 19,708 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 18,395 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 18,236 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 15,964 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 14,614 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 14,607 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 13,971 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 13,969 miles

Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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A295 DUF is a 1984 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1984 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 64,852 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 A295 DUF, 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 42 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A295 DUF registered?

A295 DUF is a 1984 Ford Cortina, first registered on 20 January 1984.

Is A295 DUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A295 DUF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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