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GAH 586C

1983 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,135 mi
Last recorded21,135 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1983 Ford Cortina54,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAH 586C
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 21,135 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 20,964 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 20,683 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 20,194 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 19,730 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 18,983 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 18,985 miles

Nearside Steering linkage repaired by welding (2.2.C.1e)

Nearside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Steering linkage repaired by welding (2.2.C.1e)

Offside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Both front strut top mounts have slight play.

Pass 2 Aug 2010 17,645 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 16,879 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 15,579 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 1,812 miles

nearside wiper just,s clears screen

play in both front top sturt mount bearings

play in steerint column

shight roughnees in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 21 Jun 2006 53,665 miles

seat runner welding poor

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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GAH 586C is a 1983 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,558cc 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 GAH 586C, 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

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What year was GAH 586C registered?

GAH 586C is a 1983 Ford Cortina, first registered on 23 August 1983.

Is GAH 586C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAH 586C 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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