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JEV 982H

1970 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,232 mi
Last recorded84,232 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2019
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEV 982H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2019 84,232 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 84,000 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 84,000 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 83,332 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 83,150 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 82,109 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 81,066 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 80,208 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 78,075 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 77,940 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 77,940 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 76,839 miles

screw through o/s front tyre centre tread

Pass 12 May 2006 75,134 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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JEV 982H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 44,334 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 JEV 982H, 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 56 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JEV 982H registered?

JEV 982H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 16 July 1970.

Is JEV 982H safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEV 982H shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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