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JJN 704L

1973 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,575 mi
Last recorded44,575 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2007
Typical for 1973 Ford Cortina47,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJN 704L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2007 44,575 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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JJN 704L is a 1973 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 47,728 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 JJN 704L, 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 53 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 JJN 704L registered?

JJN 704L is a 1973 Ford Cortina, first registered on 24 April 1973.

Is JJN 704L safe to buy?

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