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AFE 661X

1981 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,578 mi
Last recorded1,578 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFE 661X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 1,578 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside parking brake poor

Pass 23 May 2018 1,288 miles

Brake hose slightly damaged against exhaust (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside parking brake poor

Fail 22 May 2018 1,287 miles

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly damaged against exhaust (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside parking brake poor

Pass 25 Apr 2017 508 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold to down pipe (7.1.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively & slightly binding (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 144 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 142 miles

Sub-frame locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 25,232 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 24,630 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 24,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

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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AFE 661X is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AFE 661X, 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 AFE 661X registered?

AFE 661X is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 October 1981.

Is AFE 661X safe to buy?

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