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PML 749R

1977 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,849 mi
Last recorded20,849 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1977 Ford Cortina44,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPML 749R
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 20,849 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 19,164 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 85,855 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 82,703 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 79,758 miles

front subframe bushes worn

underside heavily oiled

Pass 19 Aug 2011 79,367 miles

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

car has been very heavily greased and oiled underneath

Pass 17 Aug 2010 75,934 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

vehicle has been heavily oiled and greased underneath

Pass 20 Aug 2009 71,740 miles

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

vehicle has been heavily oiled and greased underneath

Pass 5 Sep 2008 67,526 miles

car has been excessively oi[ed and greased

Fail 28 Jul 2008 66,978 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

car has been excessively oiled and greased underneath

Pass 6 Aug 2007 62,584 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 58,504 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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PML 749R is a 1977 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 PML 749R, 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 PML 749R registered?

PML 749R is a 1977 Ford Cortina, first registered on 21 July 1977.

Is PML 749R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PML 749R shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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