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BGT 865H

1970 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,072 mi
Last recorded3,072 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2009
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGT 865H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2009 3,072 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 2,783 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 2,146 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 1,938 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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BGT 865H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BGT 865H, 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 BGT 865H registered?

BGT 865H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 10 July 1970.

Is BGT 865H safe to buy?

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