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XHJ 345X

1981 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

1,731 mi
Last recorded1,731 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHJ 345X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 1,731 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 1,244 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 705 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 301 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 99,911 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 99,367 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2021 99,367 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2020 99,045 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 98,750 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 98,357 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 97,882 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 97,882 miles

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

Steering pivot point has excessive play coupling uj play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 97,355 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 96,901 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 96,483 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 95,949 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 30 Jan 2013 95,947 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 95,316 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 94,582 miles

n/s/r tyre wall cracking

Pass 28 Jan 2010 93,770 miles

nearside tyre wall cracking

Pass 3 Oct 2008 92,732 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 91,888 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 90,977 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 90,977 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Jul 2005 89,568 miles

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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XHJ 345X is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 XHJ 345X, 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 XHJ 345X registered?

XHJ 345X is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 August 1981.

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