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HBP 588N

1975 Ford Cortina

Beige Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,836 mi
Last recorded12,836 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1975 Ford Cortina48,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBP 588N
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1975
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 May 2018 12,836 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 6,679 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 3,194 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 97,890 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 88,437 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 32,522 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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HBP 588N is a 1975 Ford Cortina in Beige with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 48,970 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 HBP 588N, 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 51 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 HBP 588N registered?

HBP 588N is a 1975 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 May 1975.

Is HBP 588N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBP 588N 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.

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