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LVX 780J

1971 Ford Cortina

Green Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,948 mi
Last recorded20,948 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVX 780J
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 20,948 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 28 Sep 2022 20,940 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 20,904 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 20,904 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 20,814 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 20,750 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 20,663 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 21,617 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 20,614 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven nearside very slow on application (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2016 20,532 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 20,364 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 May 2014 19,816 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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LVX 780J is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Green with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LVX 780J, 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 LVX 780J registered?

LVX 780J is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 15 April 1971.

Is LVX 780J safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVX 780J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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