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RNA 233R

1976 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,996 mi
Last recorded100,996 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 Ford Cortina56,094 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNA 233R
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 100,996 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 96,232 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 88,416 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2014 83,449 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 75,853 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 17 May 2013 75,853 miles

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

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

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 11 May 2012 65,175 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 May 2011 56,356 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2010 56,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 May 2010 56,094 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2009 56,008 miles

nearside inner trackrod has slight play

Fail 13 May 2009 56,008 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

nearside inner trackrod has slight play

Pass 15 May 2008 55,919 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 55,586 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 55,586 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 55,004 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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RNA 233R is a 1976 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RNA 233R, 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

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What year was RNA 233R registered?

RNA 233R is a 1976 Ford Cortina, first registered on 25 November 1976.

Is RNA 233R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNA 233R shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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