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KHS 693Y

1982 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,398 mi
Last recorded9,398 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHS 693Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 9,398 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 23 Jul 2016 9,388 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 May 2011 94,932 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 May 2011 94,880 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

both rear wheel inner wheel arch panells poor condition

slight wear in rear axle void bushes

Pass 27 Jul 2009 91,032 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 89,760 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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KHS 693Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 KHS 693Y, 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 KHS 693Y registered?

KHS 693Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 15 October 1982.

Is KHS 693Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KHS 693Y shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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