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SSO 250R

1977 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,853 mi
Last recorded47,853 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1977 Ford Cortina44,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSO 250R
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 47,853 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 44,649 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 36,800 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 36,028 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 35,901 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 35,901 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 35,760 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 35,376 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 35,303 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 35,303 miles

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 35,239 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 35,140 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 35,113 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 34,982 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 34,862 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2005 34,766 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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SSO 250R is a 1977 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SSO 250R, 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 SSO 250R registered?

SSO 250R is a 1977 Ford Cortina, first registered on 3 June 1977.

Is SSO 250R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSO 250R shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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