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ROV 555M

1974 Ford Cortina

Purple Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,264 mi
Last recorded8,264 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 Ford Cortina58,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationROV 555M
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2017 8,264 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 8,264 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 8,264 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 8,264 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 8,264 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 8,264 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 8,264 miles

o/s/r fog lamp not fitted

rear saftey belts not fitted

Pass 25 May 2007 8,264 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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ROV 555M is a 1974 Ford Cortina in Purple with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 58,865 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 ROV 555M, 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 52 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 ROV 555M registered?

ROV 555M is a 1974 Ford Cortina, first registered on 14 May 1974.

Is ROV 555M safe to buy?

The MOT history for ROV 555M shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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