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JVR 15N

1975 Ford Cortina

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,174 mi
Last recorded21,174 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1975 Ford Cortina48,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVR 15N
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 21,174 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2024 21,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 21,040 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 21,040 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2015 21,004 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 20,411 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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JVR 15N is a 1975 Ford Cortina in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1975 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 48,970 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 JVR 15N, 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 51 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 JVR 15N registered?

JVR 15N is a 1975 Ford Cortina, first registered on 31 December 1975.

Is JVR 15N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVR 15N shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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