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BYX 430H

1970 Ford Cortina

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,553 mi
Last recorded91,553 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYX 430H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 May 2018 91,553 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 90,738 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 90,283 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 89,759 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 89,369 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 89,097 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 88,868 miles

offside rear foot @ h/brake effort low

offside washer weak

Pass 25 May 2011 88,468 miles

both rear h/brake linkages seized

Pass 21 May 2010 87,569 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 86,664 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 85,812 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 84,677 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 83,857 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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BYX 430H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 BYX 430H, 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 BYX 430H registered?

BYX 430H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 May 1970.

Is BYX 430H safe to buy?

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