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HUL 394K

1971 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,063 mi
Last recorded12,063 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 1971 Ford Cortina52,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUL 394K
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 12,063 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 12,327 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 11,772 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 10,863 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 10,653 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 10,653 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 10,285 miles

slight play in steering column & shaft

Pass 23 Oct 2009 9,550 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 9,550 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 8,999 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 8,999 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 8,172 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 6,171 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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HUL 394K is a 1971 Ford Cortina in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1971 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 52,677 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HUL 394K, 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 55 years old, this Ford Cortina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HUL 394K registered?

HUL 394K is a 1971 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is HUL 394K safe to buy?

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