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WBJ 791X

1982 Ford Cortina

Grey Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

57,109 mi
Last recorded57,109 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBJ 791X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 57,109 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 56,462 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 56,143 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 55,683 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 54,631 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 53,636 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 51,767 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 49,573 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 46,707 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 40,317 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 40,290 miles

Areas of corrosion outside of prescribed areas

Fail 26 Feb 2010 40,290 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Areas of corrosion outside of prescribed areas

Pass 13 Mar 2008 39,912 miles

Both inner wing to bulkhead area starting to rust

Both lower A post area starting to rust

Front number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 14 Mar 2007 39,510 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 38,964 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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WBJ 791X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Grey with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 WBJ 791X, 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 WBJ 791X registered?

WBJ 791X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 25 February 1982.

Is WBJ 791X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBJ 791X shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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