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JGN 89K

1971 Ford Cortina

Brown Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,457 mi
Last recorded80,457 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGN 89K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2023 80,457 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 79,856 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 78,725 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 78,698 miles

Battery insecure

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired (3.6.A.2c)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 78,184 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 76,807 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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JGN 89K is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Brown with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 52,677 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 JGN 89K, 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 55 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 JGN 89K registered?

JGN 89K is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 11 October 1971.

Is JGN 89K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGN 89K 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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