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BEV 823X

1982 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,211 mi
Last recorded58,211 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEV 823X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 58,211 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 58,201 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 58,201 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 48,719 miles

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

slight play in rack arm offside

Pass 17 Aug 2010 46,470 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 45,161 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 43,660 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 42,433 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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BEV 823X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BEV 823X, 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 BEV 823X?

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What year was BEV 823X registered?

BEV 823X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 5 February 1982.

Is BEV 823X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEV 823X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BEV 823X have outstanding finance?

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