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KJJ 429P

1976 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

98,226 mi
Last recorded98,226 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 1976 Ford Cortina56,094 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJJ 429P
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 98,226 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 98,218 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 98,210 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 98,202 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 98,184 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 98,133 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 98,119 miles

both front wings corroded at bottom

Pass 25 Feb 2014 97,992 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 5 Mar 2013 97,971 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 97,971 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 97,840 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 97,656 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 97,416 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 97,416 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 97,284 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 97,250 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 97,250 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 96,488 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 96,488 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2006 95,570 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 95,570 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

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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KJJ 429P is a 1976 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1976 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 56,094 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 KJJ 429P, 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 50 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KJJ 429P registered?

KJJ 429P is a 1976 Ford Cortina, first registered on 9 February 1976.

Is KJJ 429P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJJ 429P shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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