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A791 JVM

1983 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,607 mi
Last recorded3,607 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA791 JVM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 3,607 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 3,601 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 186 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 97,295 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 91,713 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 91,710 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

boot hatch wont open so cant test related items test abandoned

Pass 9 Nov 2007 90,202 miles

corrosion to o/s floor &o/s inner sill

Pass 2 Oct 2006 90,199 miles

hole o/s floor & o/s inner sill

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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A791 JVM is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 A791 JVM, 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 A791 JVM registered?

A791 JVM is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 August 1983.

Is A791 JVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A791 JVM shows 8 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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