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BSJ 955K

1971 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

41,109 mi
Last recorded41,109 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSJ 955K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 41,109 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 39,292 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 38,991 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 36,667 miles

All underbody painted restricted inspection

Pass 26 Apr 2018 66,993 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 64,895 miles

Propshaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing ()

slight play in steering column lower bush

Pass 4 Mar 2016 672 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 98,276 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 97,115 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 97,683 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 96,961 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2006 96,551 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 96,551 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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BSJ 955K is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BSJ 955K, 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 BSJ 955K registered?

BSJ 955K is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 20 October 1971.

Is BSJ 955K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSJ 955K shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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