MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,959 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Vehicle Identification Number not legible (6.3.5.a)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?
Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VAY 545X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Blue 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 VAY 545X, 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.
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How do I check the history of VAY 545X?
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What year was VAY 545X registered?
VAY 545X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 30 April 1982.
Is VAY 545X safe to buy?
The MOT history for VAY 545X 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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