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ALM 118S

1978 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,231 mi
Last recorded65,231 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1978 Ford Cortina49,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALM 118S
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2017 65,231 miles

brake pipes have surface rust

various suspension bushes perishing slightly

Pass 25 Oct 2016 65,208 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH REAR. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 65,188 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 65,129 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 64,937 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 64,692 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 64,161 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 64,001 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 63,894 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 63,746 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 63,436 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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ALM 118S is a 1978 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 49,632 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 ALM 118S, 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 48 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 ALM 118S registered?

ALM 118S is a 1978 Ford Cortina, first registered on 18 May 1978.

Is ALM 118S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALM 118S shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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