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AYE 338H

1970 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,503 mi
Last recorded3,503 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYE 338H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 3,503 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 3,503 miles

Central Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2017 3,419 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 3,269 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 3,244 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 May 2015 70,462 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 17 Jul 2013 70,460 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 70,460 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 May 2012 70,228 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 70,195 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 28,918 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 28,101 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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AYE 338H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 44,334 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 AYE 338H, 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 56 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 AYE 338H registered?

AYE 338H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 2 January 1970.

Is AYE 338H safe to buy?

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