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GRM 251L

1972 Ford Cortina

Purple Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

79,595 mi
Last recorded79,595 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Cortina60,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRM 251L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 79,595 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 May 2016 79,310 miles
Fail 30 May 2016 79,307 miles

Fuel pipe insecure at rear chassis rail on NS (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 79,306 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded on upper front panel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded at floor pan (5.2.6)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 78,296 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 78,296 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 76,466 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 76,465 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2012 75,557 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 73,983 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 73,983 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2010 71,841 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 71,784 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 71,784 miles

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

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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GRM 251L is a 1972 Ford Cortina in Purple with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1972 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 60,147 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 GRM 251L, 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 54 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GRM 251L registered?

GRM 251L is a 1972 Ford Cortina, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is GRM 251L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRM 251L shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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