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BMP 787H

1970 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,465 mi
Last recorded34,465 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMP 787H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 May 2018 34,465 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 33,218 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 May 2016 32,692 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 31,159 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 29,778 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 28,549 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 25,042 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 24,009 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 22,618 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 21,995 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 21,076 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 20,074 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 17,786 miles

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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BMP 787H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 BMP 787H, 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 BMP 787H registered?

BMP 787H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 June 1970.

Is BMP 787H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMP 787H shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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