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HWC 123N

1975 Ford Cortina

Gold Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,447 mi
Last recorded74,447 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1975 Ford Cortina48,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWC 123N
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1975
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 May 2017 74,447 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 73,892 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 73,829 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 73,568 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 73,293 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 72,919 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 72,235 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 70,958 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 70,707 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 69,937 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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HWC 123N is a 1975 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 HWC 123N, 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 HWC 123N registered?

HWC 123N is a 1975 Ford Cortina, first registered on 15 February 1975.

Is HWC 123N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWC 123N shows 10 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 HWC 123N have outstanding finance?

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