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GHK 1Y

1982 Ford Cortina

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

4,516 mi
Last recorded4,516 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHK 1Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 4,516 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 4,449 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 4,422 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 4,407 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 4,404 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 3,832 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 3,670 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 2,487 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 2,391 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 2,391 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 2,191 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 1,478 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 1,474 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 706 miles

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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GHK 1Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GHK 1Y, 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 GHK 1Y registered?

GHK 1Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 14 December 1982.

Is GHK 1Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHK 1Y shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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