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OSK 915

1962 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

5,377 mi
Last recorded5,377 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2015
Typical for 1962 Ford Cortina27,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSK 915
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1962
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2015 5,377 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 5,377 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 5,231 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 5,231 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 5,028 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 5,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 22 May 2012 49,676 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2012 49,676 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 4,651 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 4,158 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 4,158 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 3,782 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 24,700 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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OSK 915 is a 1962 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1962 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 27,242 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OSK 915, 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 64 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OSK 915?

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What year was OSK 915 registered?

OSK 915 is a 1962 Ford Cortina, first registered on 24 September 1962.

Is OSK 915 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSK 915 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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