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C225 LNL

1985 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,238 mi
Last recorded46,238 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 1985 Ford Fiesta49,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC225 LNL
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 46,238 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 37,536 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 33,443 miles

various parts of vehicle has been plated and welded

Fail 28 Aug 2019 33,443 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick off to the right. (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner under/ frame. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

various parts of vehicle has been plated and welded

Fail 16 Jul 2019 33,433 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm front mount corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill not enough welding (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired stabaliser bracket insecure (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached bolt too short (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported at bulkhead (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2012 32,337 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 32,337 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 30,898 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 30,064 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 28,833 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 27,973 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 27,668 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 27,668 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2006 27,468 miles

rear suspension arms corroded but not to excess at time of test, some body corrosion as well but not to excess at time of test

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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C225 LNL is a 1985 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C225 LNL, 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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C225 LNL is a 1985 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 August 1985.

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