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BYC 831J

1970 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,851 mi
Last recorded4,851 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYC 831J
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 4,851 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 4,720 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 4,710 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 3,732 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 3,689 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 3,262 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 3,066 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 3,012 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 2,280 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 1,302 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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BYC 831J is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BYC 831J, 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 BYC 831J registered?

BYC 831J is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 17 September 1970.

Is BYC 831J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYC 831J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BYC 831J have outstanding finance?

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