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KCD 185P

1975 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

61,712 mi
Last recorded61,712 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 1975 Ford Cortina48,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCD 185P
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 61,712 miles

Offside Front Fuel pipe cracking/perished inner wheel arch

Rear Shock absorber top mountings have slight movement

Pass 18 Aug 2017 59,633 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 58,795 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 58,708 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play slight free play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

knocking from rear suspension

slight oil leak /diff/gearbox/engine

Pass 12 Aug 2014 58,552 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 57,940 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 57,719 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 57,682 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 57,500 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 57,278 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 56,973 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 56,299 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 55,414 miles
Pass 25 May 2005 54,003 miles
Fail 25 May 2005 54,003 miles

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

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

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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KCD 185P is a 1975 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1975 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 48,970 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 KCD 185P, 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 51 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 KCD 185P registered?

KCD 185P is a 1975 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 August 1975.

Is KCD 185P safe to buy?

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