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MPV 160P

1976 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,714 mi
Last recorded74,714 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 1976 Ford Cortina56,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPV 160P
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 74,714 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 74,704 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 74,528 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 74,038 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 73,725 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 73,687 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 73,440 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 73,116 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 72,490 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 72,028 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 71,691 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 70,612 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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MPV 160P is a 1976 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MPV 160P, 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 MPV 160P?

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What year was MPV 160P registered?

MPV 160P is a 1976 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 March 1976.

Is MPV 160P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPV 160P shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MPV 160P have outstanding finance?

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