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DOB 575K

1972 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 2900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,787 mi
Last recorded33,787 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOB 575K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2016 33,787 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 32,701 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 31,677 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 30,712 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 29,562 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 28,746 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 26,134 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 24,003 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 21,747 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 20,322 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 16,868 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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DOB 575K is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 2,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 DOB 575K, 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 DOB 575K registered?

DOB 575K is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 20 April 1972.

Is DOB 575K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOB 575K shows 11 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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