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LVY 158T

1978 Ford Cortina

Grey Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1978 Ford Cortina49,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVY 158T
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 May 2025 2 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 99,201 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 99,173 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 99,163 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 99,155 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 99,147 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 99,139 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LVY 158T is a 1978 Ford Cortina in Grey with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 49,632 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 LVY 158T, 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 48 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LVY 158T?

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What year was LVY 158T registered?

LVY 158T is a 1978 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is LVY 158T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVY 158T shows 7 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 LVY 158T have outstanding finance?

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