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PHW 345S

1977 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

58,219 mi
Last recorded58,219 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 1977 Ford Cortina44,268 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHW 345S
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 58,219 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 58,219 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 58,173 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 58,062 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 58,055 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 58,055 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 57,951 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 57,888 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 57,796 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 57,787 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 57,783 miles

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 57,768 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2010 57,768 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 57,752 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 57,591 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 57,575 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 57,571 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2006 57,357 miles

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear exhaust protruding from rear

Pass 25 Jul 2006 57,357 miles

rear exhaust protruding from rear

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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PHW 345S is a 1977 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1977 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 44,268 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PHW 345S, 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 49 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 PHW 345S registered?

PHW 345S is a 1977 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is PHW 345S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHW 345S shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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