MOT Status
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69,889 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
rubber fuel hose starting to crack
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing slightly worn (2.4.G.4d)
Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing slightly worn (2.4.G.4d)
Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
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OAR 132L is a 1973 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.
Across all 1973 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 47,728 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 OAR 132L, 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 53 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was OAR 132L registered?
OAR 132L is a 1973 Ford Cortina, first registered on 4 April 1973.
Is OAR 132L safe to buy?
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