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n/s/f tyre worn on inner tread
o/s/f wheel arch under bonnet showing signs of corrosion
slight play in n/s/f track rod end
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
n/s/f tyre worn on inner tread
o/s/f wheel arch under bonnet showing signs of corrosion
slight play in n/s/f track rod end
n/s/f tyre wearing on inner tread
o/s/f inner wheel arch under bonnet showing signs of corrosion
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EPP 289B is a 1996 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 EPP 289B, 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 30 years old, this Ford Cortina is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of EPP 289B?
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What year was EPP 289B registered?
EPP 289B is a 1996 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 August 1996.
Is EPP 289B safe to buy?
The MOT history for EPP 289B shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does EPP 289B have outstanding finance?
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