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DMB 899K

1972 Ford Cortina

Brown Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,665 mi
Last recorded39,665 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMB 899K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2017 39,665 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 39,654 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 39,643 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 39,641 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 39,596 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 39,538 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 39,479 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 39,441 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 39,321 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 39,241 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 39,157 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 38,977 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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DMB 899K is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Brown with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DMB 899K, 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 DMB 899K registered?

DMB 899K is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 January 1972.

Is DMB 899K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMB 899K 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.

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