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C101 VVC

1985 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

6,051 mi
Last recorded6,051 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Ford Fiesta49,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC101 VVC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 6,051 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 5,259 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 5,024 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 4,931 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 4,741 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 4,541 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 4,003 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 3,192 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 2,031 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

general underbody corrosion

heavy underseal not allowing full inspection

slight gearoil leak

sump pourus oil leak from sump

Fail 23 Apr 2012 246 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 246 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 99,782 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 99,178 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 97,793 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 91,497 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear 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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C101 VVC is a 1985 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 C101 VVC, 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 C101 VVC registered?

C101 VVC is a 1985 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 23 August 1985.

Is C101 VVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C101 VVC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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