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FSF 952S

1977 Ford Cortina

Silver Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,516 mi
Last recorded17,516 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2006
Typical for 1977 Ford Cortina44,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSF 952S
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2006 17,516 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 17,516 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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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FSF 952S is a 1977 Ford Cortina in Silver with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 44,268 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FSF 952S, 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 49 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FSF 952S?

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What year was FSF 952S registered?

FSF 952S is a 1977 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 October 1977.

Is FSF 952S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSF 952S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FSF 952S have outstanding finance?

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