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NTW 814J

1971 Ford Cortina

Black Petrol 5200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTW 814J
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018
Pass 5 Jun 2017
Pass 8 Jun 2016 1 miles
Pass 7 May 2015

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 May 2014
Pass 8 May 2013
Pass 21 Jun 2011

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Jun 2011

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 635 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 210 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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NTW 814J is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Black with a 5,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NTW 814J, 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 NTW 814J registered?

NTW 814J is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 21 June 1971.

Is NTW 814J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NTW 814J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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