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WOI 4378

1986 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,849 mi
Last recorded2,849 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2012
Typical for 1986 Ford Cortina33,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOI 4378
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2012 2,849 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 2,197 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 38 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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WOI 4378 is a 1986 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 33,926 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 WOI 4378, 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 40 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WOI 4378 registered?

WOI 4378 is a 1986 Ford Cortina, first registered on 8 January 1986.

Is WOI 4378 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOI 4378 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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