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A943 JJT

1983 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,543 mi
Last recorded68,543 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2007
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA943 JJT
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2007 68,543 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 68,529 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 68,529 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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A943 JJT is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 A943 JJT, 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 A943 JJT?

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What year was A943 JJT registered?

A943 JJT is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 22 November 1983.

Is A943 JJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A943 JJT shows 3 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.

Does A943 JJT have outstanding finance?

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