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A522 YSG

1983 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,545 mi
Last recorded43,545 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA522 YSG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2026 43,545 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 42,388 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 41,331 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 39,313 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 34,447 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 35,932 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 31,961 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 1,123 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 97,385 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 92,909 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 62,405 miles

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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A522 YSG is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A522 YSG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A522 YSG?

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What year was A522 YSG registered?

A522 YSG is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 August 1983.

Is A522 YSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A522 YSG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A522 YSG have outstanding finance?

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