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777 WAF

1978 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,420 mi
Last recorded24,420 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 Ford Cortina49,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration777 WAF
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 24,420 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 24,166 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 23,883 miles

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 23,883 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 23,595 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,226 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 22,415 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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777 WAF is a 1978 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 777 WAF, 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

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What year was 777 WAF registered?

777 WAF is a 1978 Ford Cortina, first registered on 4 July 1978.

Is 777 WAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 777 WAF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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