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DLG 531B

1964 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,116 mi
Last recorded31,116 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2011
Typical for 1964 Ford Cortina50,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLG 531B
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1964
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Feb 2011 31,116 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 30,671 miles

Both front wheel bearings have slight play

N/S inner & outer track rod end has slight play

N/S rear brake binding

Pass 13 May 2008 30,136 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 29,008 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 28,031 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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DLG 531B is a 1964 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1964 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 50,895 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 DLG 531B, 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 62 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 DLG 531B registered?

DLG 531B is a 1964 Ford Cortina, first registered on 9 June 1964.

Is DLG 531B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLG 531B shows 5 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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