MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
5,585 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
slight corrosion offside rear sill
slight corrosion offside rear sill
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
slight corrosion offside front inner wheel arch
nearside front inner wheel arch corroded slightly
Imbalance on front brakes is nearly to excess
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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UPU 547W is a 1981 Ford Cortina in White with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.
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 UPU 547W, 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 UPU 547W?
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What year was UPU 547W registered?
UPU 547W is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 7 April 1981.
Is UPU 547W safe to buy?
The MOT history for UPU 547W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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