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PYP 724R

1977 Ford Cortina

Brown Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,886 mi
Last recorded93,886 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 1977 Ford Cortina44,268 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYP 724R
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 93,886 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 93,886 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

off side front valance corroded

off side rear floor corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2017 93,471 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 92,301 miles

both upper bushes on rear axle worn

Pass 15 Jan 2015 91,504 miles

unable to fully asess brake pipes due to covering of grease

Pass 22 Jan 2014 90,252 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jan 2014 90,252 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2013 88,187 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 84,902 miles

both rear wheel bearings slightly worn

centre prop shaft carrier worn

nearside rear upper suspension arm rear bush worn

tow ball missing

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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PYP 724R is a 1977 Ford Cortina in Brown with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PYP 724R, 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 PYP 724R registered?

PYP 724R is a 1977 Ford Cortina, first registered on 10 January 1977.

Is PYP 724R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYP 724R shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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