MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,498 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component power steering rack (2.3.3b)
both front tyres cracking on sidewalls
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewalls badly perished & split (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewalls badly perished & split (4.1.D.1b)
both front tyres cracking on sidewalls
Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FDM 181X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 FDM 181X, 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.
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How do I check the history of FDM 181X?
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What year was FDM 181X registered?
FDM 181X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 13 January 1982.
Is FDM 181X safe to buy?
The MOT history for FDM 181X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FDM 181X have outstanding finance?
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