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MFP 896P

1976 Ford Cortina

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,627 mi
Last recorded60,627 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 Ford Cortina56,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFP 896P
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1976
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 60,627 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 58,797 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 57,562 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 57,000 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 56,565 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 56,111 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 55,716 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 55,414 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 54,899 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 54,386 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 53,849 miles

Nearside Front Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Front Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Fail 31 Jul 2007 53,849 miles

Nearside Front Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Front Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 53,224 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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MFP 896P is a 1976 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MFP 896P, 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

How do I check the history of MFP 896P?

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What year was MFP 896P registered?

MFP 896P is a 1976 Ford Cortina, first registered on 12 June 1976.

Is MFP 896P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFP 896P shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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