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OEC 772Y

1982 Ford Cortina

Purple Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,770 mi
Last recorded98,770 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEC 772Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 98,770 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 98,616 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 98,605 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 98,219 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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OEC 772Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Purple with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OEC 772Y, 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 OEC 772Y registered?

OEC 772Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is OEC 772Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEC 772Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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