CarVerify

Free Car Check

GZI 473

2013 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

53,214 mi
Last recorded53,214 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGZI 473
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Jun 2016 53,214 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

welding has been carried out to the underside of the vehicle

Pass 24 Jun 2015 52,685 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 51,913 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2014 51,899 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 51,683 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
Full Ford Cortina reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GZI 473 is a 2013 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GZI 473, 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 13 years old, this Ford Cortina is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GZI 473?

You can check the full history of GZI 473 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GZI 473 registered?

GZI 473 is a 2013 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is GZI 473 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GZI 473 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GZI 473 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GZI 473. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.