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DLE 520T

1979 Ford Cortina

Gold Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,834 mi
Last recorded26,834 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 Ford Cortina51,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLE 520T
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2017 26,834 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 26,771 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 26,676 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 26,617 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 26,535 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 26,393 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 26,306 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 26,162 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 26,110 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 26,046 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 25,966 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 25,855 miles

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

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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DLE 520T is a 1979 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 51,156 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 DLE 520T, 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 47 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DLE 520T registered?

DLE 520T is a 1979 Ford Cortina, first registered on 8 January 1979.

Is DLE 520T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLE 520T shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DLE 520T have outstanding finance?

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