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KLE 169K

1972 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,232 mi
Last recorded76,232 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLE 169K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 13 May 2017 76,232 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 75,714 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front slight noise from wheel bearing

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

oil leak

Pass 29 May 2012 75,279 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 74,522 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 73,569 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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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KLE 169K is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KLE 169K, 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 KLE 169K registered?

KLE 169K is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 23 February 1972.

Is KLE 169K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLE 169K shows 5 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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