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UFG 690Y

1982 Ford Cortina

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,959 mi
Last recorded50,959 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFG 690Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2025 50,959 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Jul 2023 50,134 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Jun 2022 49,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 48,053 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 47,500 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 47,455 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 46,595 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 44,758 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 42,611 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 42,005 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 41,290 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 40,769 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 39,224 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 38,314 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 36,795 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 36,795 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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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UFG 690Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UFG 690Y, 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 UFG 690Y?

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What year was UFG 690Y registered?

UFG 690Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 3 August 1982.

Is UFG 690Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFG 690Y shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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