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HBM 118F

1996 Ford Cortina

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,550 mi
Last recorded70,550 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBM 118F
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2024 70,550 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 69,998 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 69,065 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 68,765 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 68,676 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 68,481 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 67,861 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 67,393 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 67,219 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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HBM 118F is a 1996 Ford Cortina in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HBM 118F, 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 30 years old, this Ford Cortina is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HBM 118F?

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What year was HBM 118F registered?

HBM 118F is a 1996 Ford Cortina, first registered on 21 March 1996.

Is HBM 118F safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBM 118F shows 9 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 HBM 118F have outstanding finance?

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