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GEL 751Y

1982 Ford Cortina

Grey Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,688 mi
Last recorded69,688 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 751Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 69,688 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 69,682 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 68,388 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Fail 2 Jun 2017 68,388 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GEL 751Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Grey with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GEL 751Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GEL 751Y registered?

GEL 751Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 13 August 1982.

Is GEL 751Y safe to buy?

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