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FOF 80V

1980 Ford Cortina

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,366 mi
Last recorded78,366 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Cortina50,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOF 80V
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2019 78,366 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 77,388 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 77,108 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 76,873 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 76,646 miles

nearside rear lower void bush starting to separate

offside front upper suspension arm ball joint slightly worn

rear axle upper void bushes starting to separate

slight play in both front wheel bearings slight play

Pass 17 Aug 2013 76,583 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 76,370 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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FOF 80V is a 1980 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests 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 FOF 80V, 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 FOF 80V registered?

FOF 80V is a 1980 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 May 1980.

Is FOF 80V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOF 80V shows 7 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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