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EKR 627Y

1983 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,274 mi
Last recorded48,274 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Cortina54,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKR 627Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 48,274 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 48,191 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 48,111 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 48,007 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 47,854 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 47,702 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 47,186 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 46,294 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 45,292 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 43,921 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 42,781 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 42,781 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure track rod end lock nut (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure track rod end lock nut loose (2.2.C.1g)

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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EKR 627Y is a 1983 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 EKR 627Y, 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 EKR 627Y?

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What year was EKR 627Y registered?

EKR 627Y is a 1983 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is EKR 627Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKR 627Y shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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