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LMC 829P

1976 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,228 mi
Last recorded72,228 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 1976 Ford Cortina56,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMC 829P
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2023 72,228 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated centre bearing rubber (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 69,604 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 68,642 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 68,600 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 68,104 miles

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Pass 5 Jul 2013 67,820 miles

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

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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LMC 829P is a 1976 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 56,094 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 LMC 829P, 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 50 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 LMC 829P registered?

LMC 829P is a 1976 Ford Cortina, first registered on 19 January 1976.

Is LMC 829P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMC 829P shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LMC 829P have outstanding finance?

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