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SLM 279R

1977 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,793 mi
Last recorded22,793 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1977 Ford Cortina44,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLM 279R
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2025 22,793 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 21,595 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 20,117 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 18,731 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 18,356 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 18,069 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 17,326 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 16,844 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 16,277 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 15,926 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 15,253 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 14,678 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 14,372 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 14,160 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 13,819 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 13,532 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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SLM 279R is a 1977 Ford Cortina in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SLM 279R, 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 SLM 279R registered?

SLM 279R is a 1977 Ford Cortina, first registered on 22 February 1977.

Is SLM 279R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLM 279R shows 16 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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