MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,793 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
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HYM 231W is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 HYM 231W, 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.
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How do I check the history of HYM 231W?
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What year was HYM 231W registered?
HYM 231W is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 April 1981.
Is HYM 231W safe to buy?
The MOT history for HYM 231W shows 11 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 HYM 231W have outstanding finance?
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