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EOC 472V

1980 Ford Cortina

Blue Diesel 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

680 mi
Last recorded680 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2005
Typical for 1980 Ford Cortina50,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOC 472V
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2005 680 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.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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EOC 472V is a 1980 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EOC 472V, 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.

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What year was EOC 472V registered?

EOC 472V is a 1980 Ford Cortina, first registered on 20 February 1980.

Is EOC 472V safe to buy?

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