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ACU 436B

1971 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,042 mi
Last recorded63,042 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2015
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACU 436B
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2015 63,042 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 62,341 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 61,792 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 61,702 miles

slight play in offside steering rack end

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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ACU 436B is a 1971 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 52,677 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 ACU 436B, 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 55 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 ACU 436B?

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What year was ACU 436B registered?

ACU 436B is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is ACU 436B safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACU 436B shows 4 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 ACU 436B have outstanding finance?

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