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BCV 714T

1979 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,830 mi
Last recorded14,830 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Cortina51,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCV 714T
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 14,830 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 14,290 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 13,758 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 13,180 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 12,255 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 12,236 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam Nearside and offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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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BCV 714T is a 1979 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BCV 714T, 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 BCV 714T registered?

BCV 714T is a 1979 Ford Cortina, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is BCV 714T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCV 714T 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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