MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,850 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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rear trailing arm bush split
Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
rear trailing arm bush split
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MEJ 979K is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 MEJ 979K, 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
How do I check the history of MEJ 979K?
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What year was MEJ 979K registered?
MEJ 979K is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 18 October 1971.
Is MEJ 979K safe to buy?
The MOT history for MEJ 979K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MEJ 979K have outstanding finance?
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