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LAN 914K

1972 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,642 mi
Last recorded36,642 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAN 914K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 36,642 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 36,610 miles

Front anti roll bar links close to springs

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 30 Apr 2016 36,610 miles

Front anti roll bar links close to springs

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 35,907 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 35,502 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 35,339 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 35,092 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 33,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

play in steering rack

Fail 3 Aug 2006 33,382 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Lower Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

play in steering rack

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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LAN 914K is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LAN 914K, 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 LAN 914K registered?

LAN 914K is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 5 January 1972.

Is LAN 914K safe to buy?

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