1968 Ford Cortina MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Cortina models manufactured in 1968, based on 1,792 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1968 Ford Cortina vintage page → (79.2% current pass rate)1968 Ford Cortina MOT Analysis
The 1968 Ford Cortina has an MOT pass rate of 78.1% based on 1,792 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 48,500 miles on the odometer. With a 21.9% failure rate, the 1968 Cortina is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1968 Ford Cortina is Brakes, responsible for 0.4% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400. Steering is the second most common issue at 0.2%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment follows at 0.1%.
Top failures specific to 1968 models only. The overall Cortina page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 0.4% | 7 |
| 2 | Steering | 0.2% | 3 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.1% | 2 |
| 4 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 48,500 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 0.08 | 0.4% | 7 |
| Steering | 0.03 | 0.2% | 3 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.02 | 0.1% | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1968 Ford Cortina has an MOT pass rate of 78.1% based on 1,792 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 48,500 miles on the odometer. With a 21.9% failure rate, the 1968 Cortina is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1968 Ford Cortina, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). With relatively low average mileage of 48,500 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Brakes — 0.4% of failures
Brakes issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1968 Ford Cortina models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Steering — 0.2% of failures
Steering issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 1968 Ford Cortina models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 0.1% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 0.1% of MOT failures on 1968 Ford Cortina models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.