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KBD 531Y

1982 Ford Cortina

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,091 mi
Last recorded3,091 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBD 531Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2021 3,091 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 2,704 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both rears (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 2,546 miles

advise front and rear brakes slightly inbalanced

Pass 10 Jan 2018 2,080 miles

rear brakes inbalanced

Pass 6 Feb 2017 1,976 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 1,976 miles

Nearside Rear slight oil leak half shaft seal.

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake flexy runs close to exhaust down pipe.

wipers secure but not fitted correctly.

Pass 15 Jan 2015 1,849 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 1,306 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 556 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 355 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 145 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 26 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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KBD 531Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 531Y, 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 KBD 531Y registered?

KBD 531Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 24 September 1982.

Is KBD 531Y safe to buy?

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