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DRS 309D

1966 Ford Cortina

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,159 mi
Last recorded2,159 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1966 Ford Cortina55,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRS 309D
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1966
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2026 2,159 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 1,880 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 1,388 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 983 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 753 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 680 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 505 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 76 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 4 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 94,453 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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DRS 309D is a 1966 Ford Cortina in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1966 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 55,034 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 DRS 309D, 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 60 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 DRS 309D registered?

DRS 309D is a 1966 Ford Cortina, first registered on 31 December 1966.

Is DRS 309D safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRS 309D shows 10 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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