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XWK 369X

1982 Ford Cortina

Green Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,708 mi
Last recorded78,708 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2014
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWK 369X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2014 78,708 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

centre exhaust deteriorated

corrosion hole rear of front valance

heavy undersealing in places

Fail 29 Oct 2014 78,708 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

centre exhaust deteriorated

corrosion hole rear of front valance

heavy undersealing in places

Fail 3 Aug 2013 77,799 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

vehicle body has corrosion but not in prescribed areas

Pass 3 Aug 2013 77,799 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

vehicle body has corrosion but not in prescribed areas

Pass 30 Jul 2012 76,653 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 75,943 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

corrosion to offside front floor to sill

Pass 24 Apr 2009 75,476 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 74,018 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 72,590 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 69,948 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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XWK 369X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Green with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XWK 369X, 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 XWK 369X?

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What year was XWK 369X registered?

XWK 369X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 31 March 1982.

Is XWK 369X safe to buy?

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