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RMF 930L

1973 Ford Cortina

Orange Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,318 mi
Last recorded19,318 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 Ford Cortina47,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMF 930L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 19,318 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 18,900 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 18,660 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 18,660 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) INNER RACK ARM (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 18,485 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 18,333 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 18,036 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 18,036 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering rack arm worn (2.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 17,755 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 17,750 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded under sill panel (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded under sill panel (5.2.6)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 17,376 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 16,861 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 16,861 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 16,261 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 15,978 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 15,520 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 14,863 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 14,863 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 13,705 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 9,749 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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RMF 930L is a 1973 Ford Cortina in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 RMF 930L, 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

How do I check the history of RMF 930L?

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What year was RMF 930L registered?

RMF 930L is a 1973 Ford Cortina, first registered on 23 February 1973.

Is RMF 930L safe to buy?

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