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MCY 286L

1971 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,361 mi
Last recorded96,361 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2009
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCY 286L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Dec 2009 96,361 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2009 96,317 miles

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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MCY 286L is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 52,677 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 MCY 286L, 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 55 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 MCY 286L registered?

MCY 286L is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is MCY 286L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCY 286L shows 2 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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