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JLP 572K

1971 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,764 mi
Last recorded26,764 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLP 572K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 26,764 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 26,205 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 25,615 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 23,191 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Slight corrosion on nearside front chassis leg

Pass 5 Jun 2013 22,650 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 22,243 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 22,081 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 21,854 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 21,850 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 21,562 miles

Lower Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 21,457 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 20,506 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 18,852 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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JLP 572K is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 JLP 572K, 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 JLP 572K registered?

JLP 572K is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 October 1971.

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The MOT history for JLP 572K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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