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YKH 129J

1971 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,101 mi
Last recorded98,101 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKH 129J
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2025 98,101 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 97,336 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 96,424 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 94,257 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Prop shaft bearing has slight play centre (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 93,179 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 92,052 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 90,146 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 88,834 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 86,567 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2015 85,364 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 81,268 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 75,910 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2012 73,129 miles

nearside front tyre tread wearing low on inner edge

Pass 7 Apr 2011 69,779 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 61,798 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 54,831 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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YKH 129J is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YKH 129J, 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.

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What year was YKH 129J registered?

YKH 129J is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is YKH 129J safe to buy?

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