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BTR 800K

1972 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,592 mi
Last recorded89,592 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTR 800K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 89,592 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 89,590 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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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BTR 800K is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BTR 800K, 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 BTR 800K registered?

BTR 800K is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is BTR 800K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTR 800K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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