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SLW 717R

1977 Ford Cortina

Brown Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,610 mi
Last recorded31,610 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 1977 Ford Cortina44,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLW 717R
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 31,610 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 30,401 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 30,999 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 30,925 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 30,720 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 30,535 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 30,451 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 30,342 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2005 30,265 miles

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

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

centre propshaft monunt worn

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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SLW 717R is a 1977 Ford Cortina in Brown with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SLW 717R, 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 SLW 717R registered?

SLW 717R is a 1977 Ford Cortina, first registered on 9 March 1977.

Is SLW 717R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLW 717R shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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