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A454 GKV

1983 Ford Fiesta

Grey Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

45,522 mi
Last recorded45,522 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA454 GKV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 45,522 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 44,991 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 44,991 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 39,274 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 37,570 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 33,971 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 27,041 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 23,249 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2011 23,267 miles

Rear Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 22,974 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 22,392 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 22,288 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 22,184 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 22,184 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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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A454 GKV is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Grey with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 A454 GKV, 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 A454 GKV registered?

A454 GKV is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A454 GKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A454 GKV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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