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PME 576X

1982 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

13,014 mi
Last recorded13,014 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPME 576X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 13,014 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2026 13,014 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 12,790 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 12,511 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 12,280 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 11,965 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 11,658 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 11,447 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 11,148 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 10,645 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 10,631 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 10,608 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 10,608 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 10,493 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 10,486 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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PME 576X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 PME 576X, 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 PME 576X registered?

PME 576X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 8 June 1982.

Is PME 576X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PME 576X shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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