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GEF 840F

1978 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

437 mi
Last recorded437 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2013
Typical for 1978 Ford Cortina49,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEF 840F
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2013 437 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 162 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 99,819 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 99,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2009 99,599 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 99,374 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 99,228 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 98,665 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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GEF 840F is a 1978 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 49,632 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 GEF 840F, 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 48 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 GEF 840F?

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What year was GEF 840F registered?

GEF 840F is a 1978 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is GEF 840F safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEF 840F shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GEF 840F have outstanding finance?

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