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PTU 226L

1973 Ford Cortina

Maroon Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,002 mi
Last recorded63,002 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2016
Typical for 1973 Ford Cortina47,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTU 226L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1973
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2016 63,002 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 62,578 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 62,095 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 61,489 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 60,913 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 59,892 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 58,174 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 57,333 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 57,318 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 55,113 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 55,745 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 55,397 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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PTU 226L is a 1973 Ford Cortina in Maroon with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PTU 226L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PTU 226L registered?

PTU 226L is a 1973 Ford Cortina, first registered on 4 April 1973.

Is PTU 226L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTU 226L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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