MOT Status
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25,502 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust slightly loud
Exhaust slightly loud
Headlamp aim too low Both headlamps (1.8)
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OYW 974R is a 1976 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.
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 OYW 974R, 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 OYW 974R?
You can check the full history of OYW 974R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was OYW 974R registered?
OYW 974R is a 1976 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 November 1976.
Is OYW 974R safe to buy?
The MOT history for OYW 974R shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does OYW 974R have outstanding finance?
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