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UUN 314J

1971 Ford Cortina

Purple Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,879 mi
Last recorded94,879 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUN 314J
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 May 2021 94,879 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 94,808 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 94,290 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 93,706 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 92,864 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 91,962 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 91,644 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 90,865 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 90,629 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 90,488 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 89,225 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 89,044 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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UUN 314J is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 52,677 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 UUN 314J, 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 55 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UUN 314J registered?

UUN 314J is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 21 June 1971.

Is UUN 314J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUN 314J shows 12 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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