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ALC 32A

1963 Ford Cortina

Green Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,784 mi
Last recorded9,784 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1963 Ford Cortina51,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALC 32A
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 9,784 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 9,516 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 9,188 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 9,029 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 8,957 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 8,941 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 8,933 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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ALC 32A is a 1963 Ford Cortina in Green with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ALC 32A, 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

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What year was ALC 32A registered?

ALC 32A is a 1963 Ford Cortina, first registered on 20 June 1963.

Is ALC 32A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALC 32A shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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