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DOB 890K

1972 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,106 mi
Last recorded56,106 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2008
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOB 890K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2008 56,106 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 56,077 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 56,044 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

bolt missing from down pipe bracket

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 890K is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 890K, 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 890K registered?

DOB 890K is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 25 April 1972.

Is DOB 890K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOB 890K shows 3 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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