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A164 CYJ

1983 Ford Fiesta

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

60,841 mi
Last recorded60,841 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2015
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA164 CYJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2015 60,841 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

track tyres fitted / roll cage / under body corroded and heavily undersealed / exhaust heat wrap fitted front to rear / interior stripped

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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A164 CYJ is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1983 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 52,986 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 Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A164 CYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 43 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of A164 CYJ?

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What year was A164 CYJ registered?

A164 CYJ is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 29 December 1983.

Is A164 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A164 CYJ shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A164 CYJ have outstanding finance?

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