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A952 BRC

1983 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,755 mi
Last recorded67,755 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2014
Typical for 1983 Ford Cortina54,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA952 BRC
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2014 67,755 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 67,716 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 67,897 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 67,798 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 67,907 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 66,827 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 66,679 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 66,147 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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A952 BRC is a 1983 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 54,803 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 A952 BRC, 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 43 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 A952 BRC registered?

A952 BRC is a 1983 Ford Cortina, first registered on 22 August 1983.

Is A952 BRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A952 BRC shows 8 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 A952 BRC have outstanding finance?

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