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CVW 712X

1982 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

61,418 mi
Last recorded61,418 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVW 712X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 61,418 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 61,394 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 58,744 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 55,695 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 51,950 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 49,393 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 49,282 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 May 2009 49,142 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 48,965 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 48,514 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 47,998 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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CVW 712X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in White with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CVW 712X, 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 CVW 712X?

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What year was CVW 712X registered?

CVW 712X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 16 April 1982.

Is CVW 712X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVW 712X shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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