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EAU 261L

1972 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,717 mi
Last recorded78,717 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2013
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAU 261L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2013 78,717 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 78,469 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 77,498 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 76,417 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 75,641 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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EAU 261L is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 EAU 261L, 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

How do I check the history of EAU 261L?

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What year was EAU 261L registered?

EAU 261L is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is EAU 261L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAU 261L shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EAU 261L have outstanding finance?

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