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ODX 806H

1970 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,507 mi
Last recorded6,507 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODX 806H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 6,507 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 6,498 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 6,410 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 6,410 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 6,331 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 6,085 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 6,038 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 5,461 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 4,841 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 3,908 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 3,668 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

o/s/r brake "sticky"

screen cracked drivers lower corner not in swept area

Pass 20 Jun 2007 3,564 miles

slight oil leak on s/box

Pass 16 Jun 2006 3,353 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 3,341 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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ODX 806H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 44,334 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 ODX 806H, 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 56 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 ODX 806H registered?

ODX 806H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 19 March 1970.

Is ODX 806H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODX 806H shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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