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WHP 359X

1981 Ford Cortina

Brown Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

50,203 mi
Last recorded50,203 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHP 359X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 50,203 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR TRAILING ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 50,092 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 50,061 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 49,951 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 49,833 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 49,693 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 49,469 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 49,289 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 49,002 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 48,781 miles

Oil leak

Fail 2 Jun 2012 48,768 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2011 48,065 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 47,814 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 47,338 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 47,022 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 47,022 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 46,832 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 46,555 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 46,555 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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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WHP 359X is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Brown with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WHP 359X, 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 WHP 359X registered?

WHP 359X is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 11 November 1981.

Is WHP 359X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHP 359X shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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