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A247 FLN

1982 Ford Cortina

Beige Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

29,178 mi
Last recorded29,178 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA247 FLN
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 29,178 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/R trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S/R Trailing arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 28,128 miles

Prop shaft center bearing / carrier worn

Pass 30 Jul 2020 27,887 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 27,581 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 27,252 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 26,934 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 26,934 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 26,584 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 26,333 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 25,974 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 25,686 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 25,319 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 24,970 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 24,580 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 24,196 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 23,850 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 23,516 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 23,182 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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A247 FLN is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Beige with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1982 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 57,071 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 A247 FLN, 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 44 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A247 FLN registered?

A247 FLN is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 30 June 1982.

Is A247 FLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A247 FLN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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