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XSO 963Y

1982 Ford Cortina

Grey Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

61,281 mi
Last recorded61,281 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSO 963Y
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 61,281 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))

general corrosion to underbody and componants

Pass 3 Jul 2018 61,133 miles

nearside and offside front tie rod bushings deteriorated

Fail 3 Jul 2018 61,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

nearside and offside front tie rod bushings deteriorated

Pass 4 Aug 2017 60,807 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 60,805 miles

Emissions not tested Due to exhaust leak (7.3.A.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 60,711 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 59,840 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 59,839 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 25 Oct 2012 59,834 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 59,834 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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XSO 963Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Grey with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XSO 963Y, 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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What year was XSO 963Y registered?

XSO 963Y is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 2 November 1982.

Is XSO 963Y safe to buy?

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