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DEL 757L

1972 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,877 mi
Last recorded76,877 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEL 757L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 76,877 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 76,573 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 75,444 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 74,711 miles

front ball joint dust covers deteriorated

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2014 74,297 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 73,576 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 73,525 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

osf tyre wearing low and tyre wall cracking

Fail 7 Apr 2012 73,524 miles

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

osf tyre wearing low and tyre wall cracking

Pass 8 Apr 2011 73,415 miles

brake pipes corroded.

Pass 28 Nov 2009 73,324 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 69,803 miles

nsf tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 29 Nov 2007 67,590 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 67,580 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 67,226 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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DEL 757L is a 1972 Ford Cortina in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DEL 757L, 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 DEL 757L registered?

DEL 757L is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 13 December 1972.

Is DEL 757L safe to buy?

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