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82,742 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))
N/S front inner wing by floor corroded
O/S front inner wing corroded
Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))
N/S front inner wing by floor corroded
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
O/S front inner wing corroded
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
surface corrosion to o/s and n/s end of sill
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre connections (7.1.2)
both rear brake pipes have surface corrosion
front and rear bumpers have surface corrosion
Offside Rear Upper radius arm bush worn
Offside poor aim
both park cable worn on outer sheaf
slight blow from exhaust
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
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HCT 253N is a 1975 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
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 HCT 253N, 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.
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What year was HCT 253N registered?
HCT 253N is a 1975 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 March 1975.
Is HCT 253N safe to buy?
The MOT history for HCT 253N shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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