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DMX 513T

1979 Ford Cortina

Black Petrol 2293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

17,204 mi
Last recorded17,204 miles
Recorded on24 May 2013
Typical for 1979 Ford Cortina51,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMX 513T
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,293cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2013 17,204 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

off side front bulkhead and front behind lights

Pass 23 May 2012 16,389 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

off side front panel behind light corrosion in non presscribed area

rear void bush

Fail 19 May 2012 16,382 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

off side front panel behind light corrosion in non presscribed area

rear void bush

Pass 19 May 2011 15,567 miles

Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

corrosion front wings inner at front lights

front inner wings at bulk head corrosion

rear body corrosion under bumper

suspension slight soft

Fail 14 May 2011 15,563 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

corrosion front wings inner at front lights

front inner wings at bulk head corrosion

rear body corrosion under bumper

suspension slight soft

Pass 19 May 2010 13,565 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 May 2010 13,565 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2009 12,071 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 10,564 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 6,405 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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DMX 513T is a 1979 Ford Cortina in Black with a 2,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DMX 513T, 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 DMX 513T registered?

DMX 513T is a 1979 Ford Cortina, first registered on 29 June 1979.

Is DMX 513T safe to buy?

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