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A200 CHH

1983 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2024
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

90,218 mi
Last recorded90,218 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA200 CHH
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023 90,218 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 90,218 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 89,925 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 89,593 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2021 89,593 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 89,256 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 89,140 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 89,140 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 88,954 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 88,954 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 88,800 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 88,271 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 88,271 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 87,620 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 86,758 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 86,758 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 86,727 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 86,153 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 86,153 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 85,418 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 85,418 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 84,223 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 84,223 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 83,997 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 83,368 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 83,367 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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A200 CHH is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

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 A200 CHH, 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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What year was A200 CHH registered?

A200 CHH is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 August 1983.

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