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AYV 911T

1979 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,332 mi
Last recorded71,332 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Cortina51,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYV 911T
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 71,332 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2018 71,232 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 70,998 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 70,998 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 May 2016 70,740 miles

Offside Tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 5 May 2015 70,516 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 May 2014 70,269 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 70,027 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 69,455 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2011 68,459 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 May 2010 66,994 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 64,955 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 62,285 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 59,987 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 59,987 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 58,203 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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AYV 911T is a 1979 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 51,156 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 AYV 911T, 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 47 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 AYV 911T registered?

AYV 911T is a 1979 Ford Cortina, first registered on 19 April 1979.

Is AYV 911T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYV 911T shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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