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BPA 140H

1970 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

7,555 mi
Last recorded7,555 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPA 140H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 7,555 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 6,812 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 6,448 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 5,923 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 4,703 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 4,120 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 3,149 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 2,183 miles

slight play in lower steering arm idler bush.

Pass 31 May 2014 1,598 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

speedo overhauled and calibrated in 2012

Pass 13 May 2013 557 miles

speedo overhauled and recalibrated in 2012

Pass 19 May 2012 105,769 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 105,411 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 May 2011 105,411 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 104,277 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 3,598 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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BPA 140H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BPA 140H, 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 BPA 140H registered?

BPA 140H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 7 January 1970.

Is BPA 140H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPA 140H shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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