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NKN 157P

1976 Ford Cortina

Cream Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,390 mi
Last recorded54,390 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2007
Typical for 1976 Ford Cortina56,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKN 157P
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1976
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2007 54,390 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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NKN 157P is a 1976 Ford Cortina in Cream with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NKN 157P, 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 NKN 157P registered?

NKN 157P is a 1976 Ford Cortina, first registered on 26 April 1976.

Is NKN 157P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKN 157P shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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