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UBG 237L

1973 Ford Cortina

Bronze Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,997 mi
Last recorded18,997 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2008
Typical for 1973 Ford Cortina47,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBG 237L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1973
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2008 18,997 miles

advise brake pedal feels spongy

advise various areas of corrosion

Pass 15 Sep 2007 15,674 miles

advise o/s/r tyre worn close to limit

advise various areas of corrosion

Pass 16 Sep 2006 13,120 miles

advise exhaust corroded

advise n/s washer jet poor

advise various areas of corrosion

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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UBG 237L is a 1973 Ford Cortina in Bronze with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 UBG 237L, 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 UBG 237L?

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What year was UBG 237L registered?

UBG 237L is a 1973 Ford Cortina, first registered on 12 April 1973.

Is UBG 237L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBG 237L shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UBG 237L have outstanding finance?

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