MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,317 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
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BUV 779H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 BUV 779H, 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 779H?
You can check the full history of BUV 779H by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was BUV 779H registered?
BUV 779H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 16 July 1970.
Is BUV 779H safe to buy?
The MOT history for BUV 779H shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BUV 779H have outstanding finance?
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