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EAX 740V

1980 Ford Cortina

Cream Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,353 mi
Last recorded115,353 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2018
Typical for 1980 Ford Cortina50,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAX 740V
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1980
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2018 115,353 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 108,145 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 102,633 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2015 95,063 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 89,220 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 83,108 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 82,335 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 76,369 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 76,352 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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EAX 740V is a 1980 Ford Cortina in Cream with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1980 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,978 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 EAX 740V, 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 46 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EAX 740V registered?

EAX 740V is a 1980 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is EAX 740V safe to buy?

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