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TYY 929M

1973 Ford Cortina

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,457 mi
Last recorded68,457 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Ford Cortina47,728 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYY 929M
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2017 68,457 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slight twist (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 9 May 2016 68,245 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 63,213 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 May 2013 67,904 miles

rear brakes uneven application

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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TYY 929M is a 1973 Ford Cortina in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TYY 929M, 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 TYY 929M registered?

TYY 929M is a 1973 Ford Cortina, first registered on 7 November 1973.

Is TYY 929M safe to buy?

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