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DGH 191X

1981 Ford Cortina

Brown Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,661 mi
Last recorded92,661 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGH 191X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 92,661 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 92,603 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 92,560 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 92,536 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 92,510 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 92,467 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 92,443 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 92,419 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 92,394 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 20 May 2009 92,369 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 92,310 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 92,299 miles

Offside Inner Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated synthetic bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Nov 2006 92,299 miles

Offside Inner Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated synthetic bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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DGH 191X is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Brown with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 DGH 191X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DGH 191X registered?

DGH 191X is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 29 October 1981.

Is DGH 191X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGH 191X shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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