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UFL 631S

1978 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,169 mi
Last recorded41,169 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 Ford Cortina49,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFL 631S
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2019 41,169 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 41,158 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 41,113 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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UFL 631S is a 1978 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UFL 631S, 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

How do I check the history of UFL 631S?

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What year was UFL 631S registered?

UFL 631S is a 1978 Ford Cortina, first registered on 13 April 1978.

Is UFL 631S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFL 631S 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 UFL 631S have outstanding finance?

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