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MYX 749L

1971 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,671 mi
Last recorded58,671 miles
Recorded on1 May 2020
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYX 749L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 May 2020 58,671 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 57,937 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 56,963 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 55,926 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 55,020 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 54,345 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 53,672 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 51,148 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 49,004 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 48,644 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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MYX 749L is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 MYX 749L, 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 MYX 749L registered?

MYX 749L is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is MYX 749L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MYX 749L shows 10 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 MYX 749L have outstanding finance?

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