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CVN 934Y

1983 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,984 mi
Last recorded54,984 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Cortina54,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVN 934Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 54,984 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 54,668 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 54,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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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CVN 934Y is a 1983 Ford Cortina in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 54,803 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 CVN 934Y, 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 43 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 CVN 934Y?

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What year was CVN 934Y registered?

CVN 934Y is a 1983 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is CVN 934Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVN 934Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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