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LKE 195B

1978 Ford Cortina

Maroon Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

57,762 mi
Last recorded57,762 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2020
Typical for 1978 Ford Cortina49,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKE 195B
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2020 57,762 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 57,734 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 57,600 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 57,390 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jun 2016 57,225 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jun 2015 57,015 miles

Oil leak

slight play in offside steering idler.

Pass 17 Jun 2014 56,178 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2013 56,042 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2012 55,806 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 55,530 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 55,422 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 55,422 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 65,513 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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LKE 195B is a 1978 Ford Cortina in Maroon with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 49,632 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 LKE 195B, 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 48 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LKE 195B?

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What year was LKE 195B registered?

LKE 195B is a 1978 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is LKE 195B safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKE 195B 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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