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HSL 721W

1981 Ford Cortina

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,481 mi
Last recorded90,481 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSL 721W
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 90,481 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

vehicle under body covered with underseal

Pass 1 Jun 2015 90,474 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 89,400 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 89,247 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 88,821 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 86,057 miles

Oil leak

nsr door slight corrosion

osf inner wing slight corrosion

Fail 11 Jul 2009 86,057 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Oil leak

nsr door slight corrosion

osf inner wing slight corrosion

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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HSL 721W is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 51,476 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 HSL 721W, 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 45 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 HSL 721W registered?

HSL 721W is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 7 April 1981.

Is HSL 721W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSL 721W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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