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CKB 892X

1981 Ford Cortina

Green Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,676 mi
Last recorded12,676 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2013
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCKB 892X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2013 12,676 miles

Coolant leak

rusty under car

Fail 11 Apr 2013 12,676 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rusty under car

Pass 5 Sep 2011 12,672 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 12,669 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 12,668 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2008 12,662 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 12,656 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 12,645 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 12,584 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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CKB 892X is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Green with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 CKB 892X, 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

How do I check the history of CKB 892X?

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What year was CKB 892X registered?

CKB 892X is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 8 December 1981.

Is CKB 892X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CKB 892X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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