MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
64,198 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)
Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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UPF 299X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Green with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 UPF 299X, 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 UPF 299X?
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What year was UPF 299X registered?
UPF 299X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 30 April 1982.
Is UPF 299X safe to buy?
The MOT history for UPF 299X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does UPF 299X have outstanding finance?
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