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JFT 375H

1970 Ford Cortina

Purple Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,130 mi
Last recorded55,130 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFT 375H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2014 55,130 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 44,807 miles

handbrake just passed

track rod end covers worn

Pass 16 May 2012 44,733 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 44,621 miles

dynamo very loose

handbrake not far off no reserve

Pass 14 May 2010 44,471 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 44,215 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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JFT 375H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in Purple with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 JFT 375H, 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 JFT 375H registered?

JFT 375H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 23 March 1970.

Is JFT 375H safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFT 375H shows 6 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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