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EEW 972Y

1983 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,036 mi
Last recorded4,036 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2008
Typical for 1983 Ford Cortina54,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEW 972Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2008 4,036 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 2,848 miles

nearside front tyre cut on tread

offside rear door shut small hole

rear back panel rusty

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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EEW 972Y is a 1983 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 EEW 972Y, 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 EEW 972Y?

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What year was EEW 972Y registered?

EEW 972Y is a 1983 Ford Cortina, first registered on 10 February 1983.

Is EEW 972Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEW 972Y shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EEW 972Y have outstanding finance?

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