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WTM 511X

1981 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,977 mi
Last recorded60,977 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTM 511X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 60,977 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 60,263 miles

small crack at bottom of windscreen

Pass 28 Jul 2008 58,783 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 57,594 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 57,053 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 57,048 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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WTM 511X is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WTM 511X, 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 WTM 511X registered?

WTM 511X is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is WTM 511X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTM 511X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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