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SAD 171N

1974 Ford Cortina

Bronze Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,076 mi
Last recorded27,076 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2007
Typical for 1974 Ford Cortina58,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAD 171N
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1974
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2007 27,076 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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SAD 171N is a 1974 Ford Cortina in Bronze with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SAD 171N, 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 SAD 171N registered?

SAD 171N is a 1974 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is SAD 171N safe to buy?

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