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AOL 38T

1979 Ford Fiesta

Gold Petrol 957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,284 mi
Last recorded27,284 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 1979 Ford Fiesta52,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOL 38T
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine957cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 27,284 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 27,003 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 26,719 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 26,704 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 25,951 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 25,760 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 25,758 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AOL 38T is a 1979 Ford Fiesta in Gold with a 957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AOL 38T, 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 AOL 38T?

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What year was AOL 38T registered?

AOL 38T is a 1979 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 22 May 1979.

Is AOL 38T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOL 38T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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