MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
67,858 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
both front brakes binding slightly
brake pipe to rear flexi slightly corroded
fuel hose rubbing on power steering pipe
nearside headight reflector deteriorated
positive battery lead rubbing on edge of battery tray
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
both front brakes binding slightly
brake pipe to rear flexi slightly corroded
fuel hose rubbing on power steering pipe
nearside headight reflector deteriorated
positive battery lead rubbing on edge of battery tray
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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CRU 147T is a 1979 Ford Cortina in White with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 CRU 147T, 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.
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What year was CRU 147T registered?
CRU 147T is a 1979 Ford Cortina, first registered on 24 May 1979.
Is CRU 147T safe to buy?
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