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RLU 339R

1977 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,596 mi
Last recorded64,596 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 1977 Ford Cortina44,268 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLU 339R
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2019 64,596 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 64,570 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Oct 2017 64,460 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 64,154 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 63,553 miles

Nearside Inner Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Inner Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 62,348 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 61,729 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2012 60,817 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2011 60,381 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod 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)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 59,080 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2009 57,290 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 56,308 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 55,906 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 55,597 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 55,593 miles

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

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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RLU 339R is a 1977 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RLU 339R, 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 RLU 339R registered?

RLU 339R is a 1977 Ford Cortina, first registered on 3 January 1977.

Is RLU 339R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLU 339R shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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