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HHC 574Y

1982 Ford Cortina

Beige Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

9,172 mi
Last recorded9,172 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHC 574Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 9,172 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 8,908 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 8,616 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 8,309 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 8,000 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

non prescribed areas rusty

underside of vehicle in poor condition

Fail 12 Jun 2014 8,000 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 May 2013 7,651 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 7,398 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 6,897 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 6,291 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 5,409 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 4,288 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 2,774 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 731 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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HHC 574Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Beige with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HHC 574Y, 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

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What year was HHC 574Y registered?

HHC 574Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 August 1982.

Is HHC 574Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHC 574Y shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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