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BWC 328X

1982 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,360 mi
Last recorded120,360 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWC 328X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 120,360 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 20,028 miles

offside front chassis rail corroded but not excessive

Fail 29 Mar 2018 20,016 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

offside front chassis rail corroded but not excessive

Pass 24 Mar 2017 19,647 miles

all tyres perished on side walls

nearside rear outer sill corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2016 19,108 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 18,261 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 16,925 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 15,845 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 10,631 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 1,564 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 1,534 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 96,971 miles

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

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

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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BWC 328X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BWC 328X, 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

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What year was BWC 328X registered?

BWC 328X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is BWC 328X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWC 328X shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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