MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
60,524 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake hose deteriorating
Nearside front tyre deteriorating
Offside rear tyre deteriorating
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JTW 497C is a 1965 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
Across all 1965 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 47,662 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 JTW 497C, 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 61 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of JTW 497C?
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What year was JTW 497C registered?
JTW 497C is a 1965 Ford Cortina, first registered on 18 February 1965.
Is JTW 497C safe to buy?
The MOT history for JTW 497C shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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