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UJN 721W

1981 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

65,064 mi
Last recorded65,064 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJN 721W
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 65,064 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2026 65,064 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2025 63,564 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 61,872 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 61,360 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 61,121 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 60,700 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 60,498 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 59,996 miles

Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 59,516 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2012 58,460 miles

both front sills corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2011 57,829 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 57,829 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 56,483 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 55,909 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 54,857 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 54,857 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 53,748 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 53,748 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 52,526 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2005 51,282 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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UJN 721W is a 1981 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 UJN 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 UJN 721W registered?

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

Is UJN 721W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJN 721W shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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