MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
82,451 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Coolant leak
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
all 4 tyre wearing on inner edges
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Outer rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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ARU 860K is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1972 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 60,147 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 ARU 860K, 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 54 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 ARU 860K?
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What year was ARU 860K registered?
ARU 860K is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 June 1972.
Is ARU 860K safe to buy?
The MOT history for ARU 860K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does ARU 860K have outstanding finance?
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