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NJD 294L

1973 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

91,243 mi
Last recorded91,243 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Ford Cortina47,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJD 294L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 91,243 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front outer sill / wing has slight corrosion

Offside front outer sill / wing has slight corrosion

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 90,691 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2013 88,208 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 86,532 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 85,645 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 84,254 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 83,422 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 83,076 miles

oil leak on engine and gear box

Fail 20 Apr 2007 83,076 miles

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

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

oil leak on engine and gear box

Pass 8 Mar 2006 82,623 miles

slight corrosion of metal brake pipes

slight corrosion of under body parts

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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NJD 294L is a 1973 Ford Cortina in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1973 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 47,728 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 NJD 294L, 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 53 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 NJD 294L registered?

NJD 294L is a 1973 Ford Cortina, first registered on 24 January 1973.

Is NJD 294L safe to buy?

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