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BWV 805T

1979 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,017 mi
Last recorded47,017 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 1979 Ford Fiesta52,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWV 805T
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2024 47,017 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 45,972 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 45,687 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 45,653 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 45,265 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 44,561 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 44,561 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 45,010 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 44,984 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 44,867 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 44,802 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 44,280 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 44,146 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 44,350 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 44,338 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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BWV 805T is a 1979 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BWV 805T, 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 BWV 805T registered?

BWV 805T is a 1979 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 8 June 1979.

Is BWV 805T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWV 805T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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