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WBY 724X

1982 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,300 mi
Last recorded31,300 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBY 724X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2018 31,300 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 31,253 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 31,084 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 30,993 miles

Slight play, both rack ends.

Pass 19 Sep 2014 30,337 miles

Corrosion at battery box

Pass 1 Oct 2013 29,942 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 27,949 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 27,448 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 26,308 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 26,294 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 25,155 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Outer Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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WBY 724X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WBY 724X, 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 WBY 724X?

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What year was WBY 724X registered?

WBY 724X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 22 February 1982.

Is WBY 724X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBY 724X shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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