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CBJ 206H

1970 Ford Cortina

Bronze Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

92,045 mi
Last recorded92,045 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBJ 206H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 92,045 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 90,674 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 90,057 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 89,252 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 86,560 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 86,865 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 86,609 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 85,527 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 85,325 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 85,325 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 84,792 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 84,792 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2005 83,859 miles

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

Offside 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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CBJ 206H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Bronze with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CBJ 206H, 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 CBJ 206H registered?

CBJ 206H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is CBJ 206H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBJ 206H shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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