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XRU 435K

1971 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,130 mi
Last recorded3,130 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRU 435K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2017 3,130 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 3,028 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 2,847 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 2,356 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 2,538 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 2,462 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 2,383 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 2,258 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 1,943 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 1,777 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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XRU 435K is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 52,677 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 XRU 435K, 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 55 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 XRU 435K registered?

XRU 435K is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 December 1971.

Is XRU 435K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRU 435K shows 10 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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