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DLT 418T

1979 Ford Cortina

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

1,005 mi
Last recorded1,005 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Cortina51,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLT 418T
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2019 1,005 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 1,001 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper BALL JOINT DUST COVER RUBBER WORN.

Nearside Rear FOOT AND PARK BRAKE LOW.

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017

Rear hand brake low on effort 16%

Pass 14 Sep 2016

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play on steering rack (2.1.5)

Fail 14 Sep 2016

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play on steering rack (2.1.5)

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 1 miles

one exhaust bracket broken

rear brake balance just met reqirements

Pass 9 Sep 2014 1 miles

Nearside Outer Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 1 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 2 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 1 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 1 miles

Small amount of play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 28 Aug 2009 1 miles

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 13 Sep 2008 1 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 1 miles

rear shocker mounts showing signs of movement †brake slow to react

Pass 15 Apr 2006 1 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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DLT 418T is a 1979 Ford Cortina in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DLT 418T, 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.

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What year was DLT 418T registered?

DLT 418T is a 1979 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 July 1979.

Is DLT 418T safe to buy?

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