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XLG 844R

1976 Ford Cortina

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,611 mi
Last recorded71,611 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2009
Typical for 1976 Ford Cortina56,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLG 844R
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1976
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2009 71,611 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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XLG 844R is a 1976 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 56,094 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 XLG 844R, 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 50 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 XLG 844R registered?

XLG 844R is a 1976 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 November 1976.

Is XLG 844R safe to buy?

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