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AVJ 971V

1979 Ford Cortina

Silver Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,961 mi
Last recorded28,961 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2007
Typical for 1979 Ford Cortina51,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVJ 971V
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2007 28,961 miles

o/s n/s inner and outer sills repaired posible corrosion behind

Pass 20 Apr 2006 28,780 miles

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

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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AVJ 971V is a 1979 Ford Cortina in Silver with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 51,156 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 AVJ 971V, 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 47 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 AVJ 971V registered?

AVJ 971V is a 1979 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 November 1979.

Is AVJ 971V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVJ 971V shows 2 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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