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B409 JJM

1985 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,184 mi
Last recorded23,184 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 1985 Ford Fiesta49,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB409 JJM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine957cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 23,184 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 23,141 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 23,134 miles

General light surface corrosion on some underside components.

Pass 24 Apr 2017 23,121 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 23,102 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 23,082 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 23,082 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 23,063 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 23,042 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 23,001 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 22,975 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 22,940 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 22,885 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 22,814 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 22,763 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 22,622 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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B409 JJM is a 1985 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1985 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 49,130 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 B409 JJM, 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 41 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B409 JJM registered?

B409 JJM is a 1985 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 4 May 1985.

Is B409 JJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B409 JJM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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