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E546 BTT

1988 Ford Cortina

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

98,159 mi
Last recorded98,159 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2015
Typical for 1988 Ford Cortina23,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE546 BTT
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Dec 2015 98,159 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Brake pipe excessively corroded both axle (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded both pipes from the servo (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Statutory seat belt missing both front (5.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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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E546 BTT is a 1988 Ford Cortina in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1988 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 23,516 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 E546 BTT, 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 38 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E546 BTT registered?

E546 BTT is a 1988 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 June 1988.

Is E546 BTT safe to buy?

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