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A916 GHG

1983 Ford Fiesta

Gold Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,481 mi
Last recorded94,481 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA916 GHG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 94,481 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 91,657 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 91,657 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 84,263 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 84,263 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 79,173 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 79,173 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 70,611 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 68,739 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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A916 GHG is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Gold with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 A916 GHG, 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 A916 GHG registered?

A916 GHG is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A916 GHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A916 GHG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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