MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
437 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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?
You can check the full history of GEF 840F by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
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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