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FDY 220X

1981 Ford Cortina

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

77,343 mi
Last recorded77,343 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDY 220X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 77,343 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 76,960 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 75,850 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 75,850 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2013 75,838 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 75,124 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 27 Sep 2012 75,117 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 73,946 miles

play in steering rack

Pass 12 Apr 2010 73,713 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 May 2009 73,510 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 73,509 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 72,507 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 67,743 miles

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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FDY 220X is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1981 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 51,476 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 FDY 220X, 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 45 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 FDY 220X registered?

FDY 220X is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 13 November 1981.

Is FDY 220X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDY 220X shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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