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AAW 905A

1963 Ford Cortina

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,446 mi
Last recorded59,446 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1963 Ford Cortina51,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAW 905A
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 9 May 2017 59,446 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 59,283 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 59,200 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 58,585 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 58,331 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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AAW 905A is a 1963 Ford Cortina in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AAW 905A, 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

How do I check the history of AAW 905A?

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What year was AAW 905A registered?

AAW 905A is a 1963 Ford Cortina, first registered on 28 June 1963.

Is AAW 905A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAW 905A shows 5 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 AAW 905A have outstanding finance?

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