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JVF 818H

1970 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,857 mi
Last recorded63,857 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 1970 Ford Cortina44,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVF 818H
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 63,857 miles

light switch for position lights not marked

oil leak

spare tyre flat

thorn in o/s/r tyre (sidewall)

Fail 3 May 2016 63,853 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

light switch for position lights not marked

oil leak

spare tyre flat

thorn in o/s/r tyre (sidewall)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 63,662 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

underbody treated making inspection difficult

Pass 11 Apr 2014 63,243 miles

underbody waxoiled restricting inspection

Pass 28 Jul 2012 62,282 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 61,398 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 61,396 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2010 60,639 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 59,658 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 59,655 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 58,269 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 58,269 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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JVF 818H is a 1970 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JVF 818H, 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 JVF 818H registered?

JVF 818H is a 1970 Ford Cortina, first registered on 5 January 1970.

Is JVF 818H safe to buy?

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