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ExpiredMileage
99,206 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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VFO 889 is a 1988 Ford Cortina in White with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1988 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 23,516 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 VFO 889, 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 38 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was VFO 889 registered?
VFO 889 is a 1988 Ford Cortina, first registered on 21 October 1988.
Is VFO 889 safe to buy?
The MOT history for VFO 889 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.
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