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5495 PJ

1963 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,450 mi
Last recorded52,450 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1963 Ford Cortina51,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5495 PJ
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1963
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2017 52,450 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 51,561 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 50,556 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 49,128 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 48,011 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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5495 PJ is a 1963 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,200cc 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 5495 PJ, 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

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What year was 5495 PJ registered?

5495 PJ is a 1963 Ford Cortina, first registered on 10 April 1963.

Is 5495 PJ safe to buy?

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