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WEA 725X

1981 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,747 mi
Last recorded42,747 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2007
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEA 725X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2007 42,747 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 42,735 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 42,735 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Fail 1 Mar 2006 42,735 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.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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WEA 725X is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WEA 725X, 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 WEA 725X registered?

WEA 725X is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 18 November 1981.

Is WEA 725X safe to buy?

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