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CVG 231F

2004 Ford Cortina

Grey Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,245 mi
Last recorded23,245 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVG 231F
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 23,245 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 21,702 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 19,323 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 19,051 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 17,504 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 15,972 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 15,216 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 12,689 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 10,242 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 8,967 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 6,785 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 3,811 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 99,335 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 97,194 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 95,708 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 91,876 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 89,377 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 88,680 miles

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

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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CVG 231F is a 2004 Ford Cortina in Grey with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CVG 231F, 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 22 years old, this Ford Cortina is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CVG 231F?

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What year was CVG 231F registered?

CVG 231F is a 2004 Ford Cortina, first registered on 22 December 2004.

Is CVG 231F safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVG 231F shows 18 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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