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BKM 574T

1979 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,926 mi
Last recorded13,926 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2007
Typical for 1979 Ford Fiesta52,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKM 574T
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2007 13,926 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 13,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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BKM 574T is a 1979 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 BKM 574T, 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

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What year was BKM 574T registered?

BKM 574T is a 1979 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 21 February 1979.

Is BKM 574T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKM 574T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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