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MCD 669F

1968 Ford Cortina

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,178 mi
Last recorded5,178 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2023
Typical for 1968 Ford Cortina46,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCD 669F
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1968
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2023 5,178 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 4,941 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 4,370 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Jul 2020 4,370 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 3,983 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 39,569 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 3,805 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 3,802 miles

rear belts not checked due to roll cage

Pass 16 Mar 2009 3,187 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 1,856 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 64 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 12 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

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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MCD 669F is a 1968 Ford Cortina in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1968 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 46,102 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 MCD 669F, 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 58 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 MCD 669F registered?

MCD 669F is a 1968 Ford Cortina, first registered on 7 June 1968.

Is MCD 669F safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCD 669F shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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