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BYD 44C

1965 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,001 mi
Last recorded25,001 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1965 Ford Cortina47,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYD 44C
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 25,001 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 24,303 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 23,805 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 23,507 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 22,969 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 22,188 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 22,188 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 21,811 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 21,474 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 21,157 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 20,652 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 20,452 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 20,221 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 20,046 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 19,820 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 19,779 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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BYD 44C is a 1965 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 47,662 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 BYD 44C, 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 61 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BYD 44C?

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What year was BYD 44C registered?

BYD 44C is a 1965 Ford Cortina, first registered on 11 February 1965.

Is BYD 44C safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYD 44C shows 16 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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