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A662 LFV

1983 Ford Fiesta

Purple Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,100 mi
Last recorded40,100 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2008
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA662 LFV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2008 40,100 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 38,397 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 38,397 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Fail 28 Jan 2006 38,395 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

steering rack showing signs of wear

vehicle underside becoming corroded

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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A662 LFV is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Purple with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A662 LFV, 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

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What year was A662 LFV registered?

A662 LFV is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 8 November 1983.

Is A662 LFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A662 LFV shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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