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FDP 175V

1980 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,971 mi
Last recorded80,971 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2007
Typical for 1980 Ford Cortina50,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDP 175V
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2007 80,971 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 80,971 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 80,173 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 80,173 miles

Nearside Rear 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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FDP 175V is a 1980 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FDP 175V, 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 FDP 175V registered?

FDP 175V is a 1980 Ford Cortina, first registered on 28 May 1980.

Is FDP 175V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDP 175V shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FDP 175V have outstanding finance?

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