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BPD 352H

1970 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

36,451 mi
Last recorded36,451 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPD 352H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2020 36,451 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 35,837 miles

offside rear brake minor bind

signs of corrosion and repair

Pass 9 Nov 2016 35,832 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 35,729 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 35,678 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 35,578 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 35,553 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 35,450 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 35,404 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 35,384 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 35,303 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 35,303 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 35,002 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 34,980 miles

slight wear in left track rod inner joint,and o/s outer track rod end

Pass 10 Nov 2005 34,902 miles

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

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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BPD 352H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 BPD 352H, 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 BPD 352H registered?

BPD 352H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 January 1970.

Is BPD 352H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPD 352H 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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