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178 TJH

1963 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,960 mi
Last recorded80,960 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 1963 Ford Cortina51,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration178 TJH
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1963
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2016 80,960 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 80,935 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 80,888 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 80,787 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 80,717 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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178 TJH is a 1963 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 51,608 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 178 TJH, 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 63 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 178 TJH?

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What year was 178 TJH registered?

178 TJH is a 1963 Ford Cortina, first registered on 5 September 1963.

Is 178 TJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 178 TJH shows 5 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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