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ACE 521T

1979 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,725 mi
Last recorded51,725 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Cortina51,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACE 521T
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2019 51,725 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 50,927 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement raduis (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 50,423 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 49,802 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 48,676 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 48,196 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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ACE 521T is a 1979 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 51,156 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 ACE 521T, 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 47 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ACE 521T?

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What year was ACE 521T registered?

ACE 521T is a 1979 Ford Cortina, first registered on 27 July 1979.

Is ACE 521T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACE 521T shows 6 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 ACE 521T have outstanding finance?

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