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BFW 609K

1972 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

97,985 mi
Last recorded97,985 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2021
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 609K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2021 97,985 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 97,978 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 97,538 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 97,047 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 96,697 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear exhaust rusty

Pass 28 Feb 2015 94,368 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 87,212 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 85,911 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2012 85,862 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 85,841 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 85,727 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 85,617 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 85,479 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 85,324 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2006 84,829 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 84,791 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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BFW 609K is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BFW 609K, 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

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What year was BFW 609K registered?

BFW 609K is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 14 June 1972.

Is BFW 609K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 609K shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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