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XBX 66

1973 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,720 mi
Last recorded12,720 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Ford Cortina47,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBX 66
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 12,720 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 12,524 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 12,262 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 11,883 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 10,281 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 9,655 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 8,248 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 7,813 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 7,813 miles

Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

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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XBX 66 is a 1973 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XBX 66, 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 XBX 66 registered?

XBX 66 is a 1973 Ford Cortina, first registered on 16 November 1973.

Is XBX 66 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBX 66 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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