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DHN 293T

1979 Ford Cortina

Yellow Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,011 mi
Last recorded99,011 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 1979 Ford Cortina51,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHN 293T
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 99,011 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 88,870 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 83,442 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 73,300 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2020 73,300 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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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DHN 293T is a 1979 Ford Cortina in Yellow with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 51,156 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 DHN 293T, 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 47 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 DHN 293T registered?

DHN 293T is a 1979 Ford Cortina, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is DHN 293T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHN 293T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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