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DLE 940T

1979 Ford Cortina

Brown Petrol 2293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,110 mi
Last recorded62,110 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Cortina51,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLE 940T
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2019 62,110 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 61,991 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 61,816 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 61,333 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 61,022 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 60,311 miles

front suspention stabilizer bushes starting to wear

slight oil leak from engine/ rear diff

Pass 20 Oct 2012 59,780 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 59,380 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 58,881 miles

offside rear chassis starting to rust

Pass 14 Nov 2009 58,426 miles

nearside rear brake binding slightly

offside front chassis starting to rust

pads not checked

Pass 25 Oct 2008 58,186 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 57,676 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 56,958 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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DLE 940T is a 1979 Ford Cortina in Brown with a 2,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 940T, 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

How do I check the history of DLE 940T?

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What year was DLE 940T registered?

DLE 940T is a 1979 Ford Cortina, first registered on 21 February 1979.

Is DLE 940T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLE 940T shows 13 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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