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KKH 32D

1986 Ford Cortina

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2,845 mi
Last recorded2,845 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Cortina33,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKKH 32D
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 2,845 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 2,736 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 2,718 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 912 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 548 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 218 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 99,583 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 99,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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KKH 32D is a 1986 Ford Cortina in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1986 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 33,926 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 KKH 32D, 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 40 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 KKH 32D registered?

KKH 32D is a 1986 Ford Cortina, first registered on 3 April 1986.

Is KKH 32D safe to buy?

The MOT history for KKH 32D shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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