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KWP 819X

1982 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,025 mi
Last recorded83,025 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWP 819X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 83,025 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 83,011 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 82,986 miles

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 82,986 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2014 82,869 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 82,692 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 82,626 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 82,478 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 82,429 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 82,160 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 82,100 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 82,041 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 81,876 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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KWP 819X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KWP 819X, 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 KWP 819X registered?

KWP 819X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 14 May 1982.

Is KWP 819X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWP 819X shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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