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KHW 627L

1972 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,179 mi
Last recorded95,179 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHW 627L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 95,179 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 94,649 miles

Front exhaust blowing slightly

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 27 Jul 2015 94,031 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 94,031 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 93,070 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 91,656 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2012 90,934 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 90,483 miles

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 90,146 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 90,063 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 89,055 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 86,237 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 86,221 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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

o/s rear door non opening

Pass 25 Mar 2006 83,587 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 83,573 miles

Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Parking 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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KHW 627L is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KHW 627L, 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 KHW 627L registered?

KHW 627L is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 20 December 1972.

Is KHW 627L safe to buy?

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