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FAC 534K

1972 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,482 mi
Last recorded25,482 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2020
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAC 534K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2020 25,482 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 24,579 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 24,203 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 23,343 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 23,323 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 22,215 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 21,041 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 19,739 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 16,770 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 12,699 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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FAC 534K is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FAC 534K, 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

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What year was FAC 534K registered?

FAC 534K is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 10 January 1972.

Is FAC 534K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAC 534K shows 10 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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