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YJP 78T

1978 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,635 mi
Last recorded89,635 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2007
Typical for 1978 Ford Cortina49,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJP 78T
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2007 89,635 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 89,630 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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YJP 78T is a 1978 Ford Cortina in White with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 49,632 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YJP 78T, 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 48 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 YJP 78T registered?

YJP 78T is a 1978 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is YJP 78T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJP 78T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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