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YPB 494T

1978 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2022
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,419 mi
Last recorded37,419 miles
Recorded on8 May 2021
Typical for 1978 Ford Cortina49,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPB 494T
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 May 2021 37,419 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 37,377 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 37,294 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 37,049 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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YPB 494T is a 1978 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 49,632 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 YPB 494T, 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 48 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YPB 494T?

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What year was YPB 494T registered?

YPB 494T is a 1978 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is YPB 494T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YPB 494T shows 4 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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