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HDM 881X

1982 Ford Cortina

Gold Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,946 mi
Last recorded49,946 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDM 881X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 49,946 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 49,944 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2023 48,659 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 47,821 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 47,747 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 47,531 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 47,085 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 46,544 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 46,255 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 45,270 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 44,394 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 43,416 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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HDM 881X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1982 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 57,071 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 HDM 881X, 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 44 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HDM 881X?

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What year was HDM 881X registered?

HDM 881X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 4 June 1982.

Is HDM 881X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDM 881X shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HDM 881X have outstanding finance?

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