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AEO 802V

1980 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

46,183 mi
Last recorded46,183 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 1980 Ford Cortina50,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEO 802V
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 46,183 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 46,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside rear mudflap insecure

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion starting at nearsidefront inner wing and lower wing

Pass 13 Apr 2017 46,068 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 46,053 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 46,038 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 46,038 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 46,022 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 46,003 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 46,003 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 45,958 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 45,954 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 45,714 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 45,240 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 44,818 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 44,068 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 44,068 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 43,360 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 43,360 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 42,397 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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AEO 802V is a 1980 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1980 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,978 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 AEO 802V, 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 46 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 AEO 802V registered?

AEO 802V is a 1980 Ford Cortina, first registered on 21 March 1980.

Is AEO 802V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEO 802V shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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