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HKX 108Y

1983 Ford Cortina

White Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,739 mi
Last recorded60,739 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2014
Typical for 1983 Ford Cortina54,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKX 108Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2014 60,739 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 59,604 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 58,851 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 57,563 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 57,034 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 57,033 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 55,202 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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HKX 108Y is a 1983 Ford Cortina in White with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HKX 108Y, 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 HKX 108Y registered?

HKX 108Y is a 1983 Ford Cortina, first registered on 24 January 1983.

Is HKX 108Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKX 108Y shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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