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URW 807X

1981 Ford Cortina

Bronze Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,966 mi
Last recorded36,966 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2013
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURW 807X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2013 36,966 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 36,943 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 36,865 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 36,666 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 36,212 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 35,819 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 35,265 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 34,719 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Small rust patch offside rear sill.

Pass 7 Jul 2006 34,053 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 34,053 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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URW 807X is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Bronze with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 51,476 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 URW 807X, 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 45 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 URW 807X?

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What year was URW 807X registered?

URW 807X is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is URW 807X safe to buy?

The MOT history for URW 807X shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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