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SNJ 275X

1982 Ford Cortina

Gold Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,538 mi
Last recorded89,538 miles
Recorded on4 May 2007
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNJ 275X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2007 89,538 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 89,536 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake fluid below maximum

front brake discs in poor condition

offside rear chassis corroded

oil leak

play in front wheel bearings

play in nearside front top arm rear inner mounting bush

play in steering rack

slight exhaust blow

slight play in front ball joints

steering rack gaiters perished

weld repairs to inner sills

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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SNJ 275X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Gold with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SNJ 275X, 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

How do I check the history of SNJ 275X?

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What year was SNJ 275X registered?

SNJ 275X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 26 February 1982.

Is SNJ 275X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNJ 275X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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