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PPW 604M

1974 Ford Cortina

Green Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,501 mi
Last recorded30,501 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Ford Cortina58,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPW 604M
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 30,501 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Slight corrosion on inner wing/sill.

Number plate light a little dim when on.

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 May 2016 30,419 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front shock absorbers weak

oil leak

Pass 9 May 2015 30,395 miles

Nearside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front shock absorbers weak

Pass 17 May 2014 30,180 miles

both front shock absorbers weak

Fail 15 May 2014 30,179 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

both front shock absorbers weak

Pass 22 Jun 2012 29,469 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 29,229 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 28,933 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 28,304 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 28,304 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 May 2005 25,340 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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PPW 604M is a 1974 Ford Cortina in Green with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1974 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 58,865 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 PPW 604M, 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 52 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PPW 604M registered?

PPW 604M is a 1974 Ford Cortina, first registered on 4 February 1974.

Is PPW 604M safe to buy?

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