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BLZ 7575

1985 Ford Cardinal Hearse

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,241 mi
Last recorded76,241 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Cardinal Hearse77,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLZ 7575
MakeFord
ModelCardinal Hearse
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 76,241 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 75,793 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 75,057 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 77,640 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 77,456 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody frame rails, floor panels, n/s sill, n/s/f inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 77,451 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Seat belt missing both (7.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody frame rails, floor panels, n/s sill, n/s/f inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Ford Cardinal Hearse?

Based on 5,995 MOT tests across 523 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
2,603
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
523
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 252
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 173
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 129
Brake pipe excessively corroded 128
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116
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BLZ 7575 is a 1985 Ford Cardinal Hearse in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Ford Cardinal Hearse models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 77,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Cardinal Hearse fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BLZ 7575, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Cardinal Hearse typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Ford Cardinal Hearse is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BLZ 7575 registered?

BLZ 7575 is a 1985 Ford Cardinal Hearse, first registered on 18 February 1985.

Is BLZ 7575 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLZ 7575 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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