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CVX 260X

1982 Ford Cortina

Gold Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

64,037 mi
Last recorded64,037 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVX 260X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 64,037 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 63,828 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 63,422 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 63,284 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 63,106 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)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 62,976 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 62,311 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 62,311 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 60,357 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 60,350 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 57,973 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 57,973 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Both rear tyres perished on outer sidewalls.

Offside rear metal brake pipes corroded.

Small leak at exhaust manifold.

Pass 23 Apr 2007 55,217 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 53,392 miles

small exhaust leak from manifold to downpipe.

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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CVX 260X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CVX 260X, 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 CVX 260X registered?

CVX 260X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 27 April 1982.

Is CVX 260X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVX 260X shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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