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A225 RBK

1983 Ford Fiesta

Gold Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,030 mi
Last recorded68,030 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2008
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA225 RBK
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2008 68,030 miles

damage to front bumper..brakes passed mot limits but pedal travel noted...

Fail 22 Apr 2008 68,030 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

damage to front bumper..brakes passed mot limits but pedal travel noted...

Pass 4 Apr 2007 65,799 miles

the engine co limits are on the upper limits..we advise carbrettor fault..stalling /poor running.....

Pass 3 Apr 2006 64,483 miles

the rear tyre inner walls are perishing with age...advise///replace...

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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A225 RBK is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Gold with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A225 RBK, 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 A225 RBK registered?

A225 RBK is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 21 December 1983.

Is A225 RBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A225 RBK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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