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KBD 45Y

1982 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,703 mi
Last recorded85,703 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBD 45Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2022 85,703 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 84,970 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 84,512 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 84,461 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion in patches (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 84,241 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 83,496 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 81,222 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 79,310 miles

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

nearside rear brake drum damp but no positive leak found

Pass 10 Sep 2010 76,434 miles

Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Sep 2010 76,434 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 74,706 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake imbalance 23%

Pass 5 Sep 2008 74,073 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 68,106 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 68,106 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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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KBD 45Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KBD 45Y, 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 KBD 45Y registered?

KBD 45Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 8 September 1982.

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The MOT history for KBD 45Y shows 14 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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