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RML 842Y

1982 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,656 mi
Last recorded48,656 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRML 842Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 48,656 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 48,414 miles

General under vehicle corrosion

Pass 28 Aug 2015 48,350 miles

slight corrosion in places on the underside!

Pass 29 Aug 2014 59,654 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/r inner sill corrosion already started

Fail 28 Aug 2014 59,654 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/r inner sill corrosion already started

Pass 15 Jun 2011 91,230 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

rear boot floor corroding

Pass 25 Jul 2009 91,137 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 91,137 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear chassis corroded but structually sound at present.

Slight play in steering rack.

Pass 3 Mar 2006 86,277 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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RML 842Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RML 842Y, 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 RML 842Y registered?

RML 842Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 6 September 1982.

Is RML 842Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RML 842Y shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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