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GYC 414Y

1982 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,257 mi
Last recorded63,257 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2014
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYC 414Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2014 63,257 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 62,017 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 60,820 miles

STRONGLY ADVISE both front compliance bushes excessively worn

Fail 19 Mar 2012 60,820 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

STRONGLY ADVISE both front compliance bushes excessively worn

Pass 14 Mar 2011 60,093 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 60,093 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 59,183 miles

down pipe loose

Fail 1 Oct 2008 59,174 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

down pipe loose

Pass 14 Aug 2007 55,089 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 52,022 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 51,005 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2005 51,005 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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GYC 414Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GYC 414Y, 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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What year was GYC 414Y registered?

GYC 414Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 4 November 1982.

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