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CBS 334K

1972 Ford Cortina

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

14,135 mi
Last recorded14,135 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBS 334K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 14,135 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 14,109 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 14,107 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 13,894 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 13,845 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 13,740 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 13,618 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 13,548 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 13,291 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 13,111 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 12,911 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 12,814 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 12,647 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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CBS 334K is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1972 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 60,147 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 CBS 334K, 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 54 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 CBS 334K registered?

CBS 334K is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 March 1972.

Is CBS 334K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBS 334K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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