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AYP 493H

1970 Ford Cortina

Bronze Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,475 mi
Last recorded76,475 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYP 493H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 76,475 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 76,133 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 76,106 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 76,069 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 75,975 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 75,975 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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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AYP 493H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Bronze with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AYP 493H, 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 AYP 493H registered?

AYP 493H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 4 February 1970.

Is AYP 493H safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYP 493H shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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