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WYB 817W

1981 Ford Cortina

Green Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,696 mi
Last recorded87,696 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1981 Ford Cortina51,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYB 817W
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2025 87,696 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 87,606 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 87,123 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 86,822 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 86,666 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 86,566 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 86,441 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 86,363 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 86,161 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 86,007 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 85,693 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 85,405 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 85,137 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 84,491 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 83,677 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 82,919 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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WYB 817W is a 1981 Ford Cortina in Green with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WYB 817W, 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 WYB 817W?

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What year was WYB 817W registered?

WYB 817W is a 1981 Ford Cortina, first registered on 11 May 1981.

Is WYB 817W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYB 817W shows 16 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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