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TUF 659X

1982 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,498 mi
Last recorded28,498 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUF 659X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 28,498 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 28,476 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 27,976 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 27,765 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 27,761 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 25,544 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 25,196 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 24,756 miles

BATTERY WIRE LOOSE.

BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS HAVE A SMALL AMOUNT OFF FREEPLAY.

COOLANT HOSE ON OFF SIDE IS RUBBING ON SUB FRAME.

GEAR BOX OUT PUT SEAL LEAKING.

NEAR SIDE STEERING RACK BOOT TWISTED.

POSSIBLE OIL LEAK FROM CAMBELT AREA.

POSSIBLE OIL LEAK FROM FUEL PUMP.

Fail 21 Jun 2012 24,756 miles

BATTERY WIRE LOOSE.

BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS HAVE A SMALL AMOUNT OFF FREEPLAY.

COOLANT HOSE ON OFF SIDE IS RUBBING ON SUB FRAME.

GEAR BOX OUT PUT SEAL LEAKING.

NEAR SIDE STEERING RACK BOOT TWISTED.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

POSSIBLE OIL LEAK FROM CAMBELT AREA.

POSSIBLE OIL LEAK FROM FUEL PUMP.

Pass 24 Apr 2009 23,217 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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TUF 659X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TUF 659X, 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 TUF 659X registered?

TUF 659X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 30 April 1982.

Is TUF 659X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUF 659X shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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