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BEL 346Y

1982 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,032 mi
Last recorded6,032 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEL 346Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2022 6,032 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 6,000 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 5,963 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 5,889 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 5,786 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 5,638 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 5,470 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 5,448 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 5,366 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 5,346 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 5,288 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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BEL 346Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BEL 346Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BEL 346Y?

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What year was BEL 346Y registered?

BEL 346Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 November 1982.

Is BEL 346Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEL 346Y shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BEL 346Y have outstanding finance?

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