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XWL 118X

1982 Ford Cortina

Beige Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,492 mi
Last recorded48,492 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 1982 Ford Cortina57,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWL 118X
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1982
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 48,492 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 48,487 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 6 May 2016 46,388 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 36,388 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 46,275 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 46,273 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 46,195 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 46,116 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

offside inner rear sill holed and corroded

Fail 15 Mar 2010 46,116 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

offside inner rear sill holed and corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2009 45,313 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 40,019 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 40,019 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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XWL 118X is a 1982 Ford Cortina in Beige with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XWL 118X, 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 XWL 118X registered?

XWL 118X is a 1982 Ford Cortina, first registered on 7 June 1982.

Is XWL 118X safe to buy?

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