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EPH 975B

1964 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,062 mi
Last recorded16,062 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2013
Typical for 1964 Ford Cortina50,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPH 975B
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1964
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2013 16,062 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 66,861 miles

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

front suspension arm bushes worn

n/s hand brake cable worn

Pass 17 Apr 2010 66,671 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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EPH 975B is a 1964 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1964 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 50,895 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 EPH 975B, 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 62 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 EPH 975B registered?

EPH 975B is a 1964 Ford Cortina, first registered on 4 November 1964.

Is EPH 975B safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPH 975B shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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