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FLO 708J

1971 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

104,111 mi
Last recorded104,111 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLO 708J
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 104,111 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 101,461 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 98,500 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 97,536 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 94,176 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 93,005 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 93,005 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 90,318 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 87,829 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 86,426 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 84,818 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 82,804 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 81,126 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 78,351 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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FLO 708J is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1971 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 52,677 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 FLO 708J, 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 55 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FLO 708J?

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What year was FLO 708J registered?

FLO 708J is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 5 January 1971.

Is FLO 708J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLO 708J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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