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OCV 132X

1982 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,721 mi
Last recorded30,721 miles
Recorded on9 May 2008
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCV 132X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2008 30,721 miles

Corrosion n/s boot floor

Fuel pipe insecure

Slight play in n/s lower steering ball joint

Fail 9 May 2008 30,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g) DANGEROUS

Corrosion n/s boot floor

Fuel pipe insecure

Slight play in n/s lower steering ball joint

Pass 27 Feb 2006 30,051 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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OCV 132X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 OCV 132X, 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 OCV 132X registered?

OCV 132X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 21 May 1982.

Is OCV 132X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCV 132X shows 3 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.

Does OCV 132X have outstanding finance?

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