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DXE 655N

1974 Ford Cortina

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

66,652 mi
Last recorded66,652 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1974 Ford Cortina58,865 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXE 655N
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 66,652 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 66,145 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 65,556 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 64,952 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 64,521 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 64,141 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 63,737 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 63,299 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 62,422 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 60,755 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 58,921 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 29 Nov 2007 58,918 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 58,578 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 58,086 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 58,084 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

under body rusting due to age

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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DXE 655N is a 1974 Ford Cortina in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1974 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 58,865 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 DXE 655N, 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 52 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 DXE 655N registered?

DXE 655N is a 1974 Ford Cortina, first registered on 18 September 1974.

Is DXE 655N safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXE 655N shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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