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BUV 710H

1970 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,267 mi
Last recorded71,267 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUV 710H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2025 71,267 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 69,638 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 69,356 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 69,215 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 68,932 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 68,523 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 67,272 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 65,246 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 64,556 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 64,042 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 63,747 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 83,314 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 62,491 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 61,966 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 60,462 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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BUV 710H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BUV 710H, 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

How do I check the history of BUV 710H?

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What year was BUV 710H registered?

BUV 710H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 12 June 1970.

Is BUV 710H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUV 710H shows 15 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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