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HJN 985N

1975 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,127 mi
Last recorded72,127 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 1975 Ford Cortina48,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJN 985N
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2016 72,127 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 71,296 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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HJN 985N is a 1975 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 HJN 985N, 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 HJN 985N registered?

HJN 985N is a 1975 Ford Cortina, first registered on 26 February 1975.

Is HJN 985N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJN 985N shows 2 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 HJN 985N have outstanding finance?

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