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TYL 487F

1978 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

36,963 mi
Last recorded36,963 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1978 Ford Cortina49,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYL 487F
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 36,963 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 36,809 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 36,560 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 36,289 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 35,885 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 35,025 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 33,899 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 33,735 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 33,448 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 32,555 miles

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 May 2013 31,643 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2013 31,643 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 May 2012 30,707 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 May 2012 30,707 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 30,250 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 30,250 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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TYL 487F is a 1978 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1978 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 49,632 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 TYL 487F, 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 48 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 TYL 487F registered?

TYL 487F is a 1978 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is TYL 487F safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYL 487F shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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