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VTB 503L

1973 Ford Cortina

Cream Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,015 mi
Last recorded69,015 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 1973 Ford Cortina47,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTB 503L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1973
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 69,015 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 68,909 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 68,890 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 68,890 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 68,846 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 68,828 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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VTB 503L is a 1973 Ford Cortina in Cream with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VTB 503L, 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 VTB 503L registered?

VTB 503L is a 1973 Ford Cortina, first registered on 19 January 1973.

Is VTB 503L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTB 503L shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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