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VDX 713X

1981 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

65,741 mi
Last recorded65,741 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDX 713X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 65,741 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 61,476 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 58,989 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 55,576 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 50,996 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 46,787 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 42,727 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jul 2013 39,791 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 39,221 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 38,815 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 38,415 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 38,134 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 37,703 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 37,170 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 37,170 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 36,457 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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VDX 713X is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 VDX 713X, 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 VDX 713X registered?

VDX 713X is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 8 December 1981.

Is VDX 713X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDX 713X shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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