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AAE 740V

1979 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,729 mi
Last recorded94,729 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2006
Typical for 1979 Ford Fiesta52,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAE 740V
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Feb 2006 94,729 miles

o/s front floor to sill corroded

o/s outer sill corroded

both head light reflectors worn

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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AAE 740V is a 1979 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 52,472 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 AAE 740V, 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 47 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 AAE 740V?

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What year was AAE 740V registered?

AAE 740V is a 1979 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 December 1979.

Is AAE 740V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAE 740V shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AAE 740V have outstanding finance?

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