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JEF 45W

1981 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,306 mi
Last recorded21,306 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEF 45W
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 21,306 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 21,303 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Engine missfire

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 21,141 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 21,009 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 20,799 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 20,573 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 20,176 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 19,996 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 19,694 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 19,000 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 18,045 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 17,516 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 16,204 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 16,167 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 15,518 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 14,561 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 14,027 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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JEF 45W is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1981 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 51,476 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 JEF 45W, 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 45 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JEF 45W registered?

JEF 45W is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is JEF 45W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEF 45W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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