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DGA 50X

1981 Ford Cortina

Grey Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,400 mi
Last recorded73,400 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGA 50X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc
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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 73,400 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2022 72,258 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 71,191 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 70,818 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2020 70,809 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 18 Sep 2019 70,787 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 69,854 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 69,422 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 67,468 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 67,382 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 67,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Fail 25 Mar 2015 37,372 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 31 May 2013 66,272 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 28 May 2013 66,271 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 May 2012 64,740 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 22 May 2012 64,740 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 May 2011 63,622 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

off side rear sill holed and corroded

Fail 17 May 2011 63,622 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

off side rear sill holed and corroded

Pass 27 May 2010 59,269 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 59,269 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 May 2009 57,428 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2009 57,428 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 53,955 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 53,923 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 49,710 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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DGA 50X is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Grey with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 51,476 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DGA 50X, 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 45 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DGA 50X registered?

DGA 50X is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is DGA 50X safe to buy?

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