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BVB 302H

1970 Ford Cortina

Green Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,539 mi
Last recorded29,539 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVB 302H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2018 29,539 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 29,265 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 29,261 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 29,236 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 28,596 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 28,487 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 27,887 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 27,846 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 27,319 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 26,435 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 25,668 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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BVB 302H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Green with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 BVB 302H, 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 BVB 302H registered?

BVB 302H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 10 July 1970.

Is BVB 302H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVB 302H shows 11 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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