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HYD 390Y

1983 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

637 mi
Last recorded637 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Cortina54,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYD 390Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 637 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 397 miles

Front play in subframe mounts

Nearside Front floor/seat mount rusty

Offside Front Lower wing rusty and holed

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear inner arch rusty

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

fuel tank strap rusty

Fail 22 Jul 2021 397 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front play in subframe mounts

Nearside Front floor/seat mount rusty

Offside Front Lower wing rusty and holed

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear inner arch rusty

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

fuel tank strap rusty

Pass 23 Jul 2020 242 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Wheel arch area corroded but not considered excessive.

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 99,888 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 99,401 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 98,871 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Welding repairs have been made to various areas of chassis etc;

Pass 22 Jun 2016 98,314 miles

Welding repairs have been made to various areas of chassis etc;

Fail 15 Jun 2016 98,269 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front to centre pipes joints (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Welding repairs have been made to various areas of chassis etc;

Pass 10 Jun 2015 97,497 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Welding repairs have been made to various areas of chassis etc;

Fail 19 Jun 2014 97,044 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Sidewalls of N/S/R tyre starting to crack

Welding repairs have been made to various areaes of chassis etc;

Pass 19 Jun 2014 97,044 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Sidewalls of N/S/R tyre starting to crack

Welding repairs have been made to various areaes of chassis etc;

Pass 27 Jun 2013 96,638 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Welding repairs have been made to various areas of chassis etc;

Pass 13 Jun 2012 96,065 miles

Welding repairs have been made to various areas of chassis etc;

Pass 9 Jun 2011 95,525 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 94,980 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 94,971 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 94,474 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 93,692 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 93,228 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 92,846 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 92,826 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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HYD 390Y is a 1983 Ford Cortina in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HYD 390Y, 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 HYD 390Y registered?

HYD 390Y is a 1983 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is HYD 390Y safe to buy?

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