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A494 APN

1983 Ford Fiesta

Beige Petrol 957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,331 mi
Last recorded26,331 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA494 APN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine957cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 26,331 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 25,870 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 25,091 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 23,698 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 20,743 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 20,725 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

N/S/F tyre worn very thin on outer edge

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Slight movement in N/S/F top strut mount

Pass 8 Sep 2010 20,717 miles

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

both rear wheel bearings slightly noisy.

Pass 4 Sep 2009 20,675 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 26 Aug 2009 20,674 miles

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

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

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

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

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 20,611 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 20,465 miles

CLUTCH SLIPPING

Heavy corrosion to rear of offside outer sill,sill return & support rib. Corrosion to nearside sill return.

Pass 8 Aug 2006 20,269 miles

corrosion starting in o/s/r sill

Pass 28 Jul 2005 20,045 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 20,045 miles

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

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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A494 APN is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Beige with a 957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 A494 APN, 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 A494 APN registered?

A494 APN is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 11 August 1983.

Is A494 APN safe to buy?

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