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GNH 5M

1981 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,462 mi
Last recorded4,462 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNH 5M
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2025 4,462 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 4,000 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2023 2,890 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 2,034 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 1,053 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 836 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 21 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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GNH 5M is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GNH 5M, 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 GNH 5M registered?

GNH 5M is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is GNH 5M safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNH 5M shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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