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HAX 831L

1973 Ford Cortina

Bronze Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,423 mi
Last recorded40,423 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 Ford Cortina47,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAX 831L
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1973
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2017 40,423 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 40,191 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 39,456 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 38,538 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 38,127 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 37,298 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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HAX 831L is a 1973 Ford Cortina in Bronze with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 47,728 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 HAX 831L, 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 53 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 HAX 831L registered?

HAX 831L is a 1973 Ford Cortina, first registered on 15 February 1973.

Is HAX 831L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAX 831L shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HAX 831L have outstanding finance?

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