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FOB 853L

1972 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,401 mi
Last recorded34,401 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2010
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOB 853L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2010 34,401 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 32,055 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 30,862 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 30,315 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 29,739 miles

n/s rear of vehicle slightly leaning no obvious reason

under vehicle rusty

Fail 15 Sep 2006 29,737 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear of vehicle slightly leaning no obvious reason

parts of vehicle rusty underneath

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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FOB 853L is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FOB 853L, 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

How do I check the history of FOB 853L?

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What year was FOB 853L registered?

FOB 853L is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 4 September 1972.

Is FOB 853L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOB 853L shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FOB 853L have outstanding finance?

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