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C226 OLV

1986 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2021
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,898 mi
Last recorded46,898 miles
Recorded on2 May 2020
Typical for 1986 Ford Fiesta51,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC226 OLV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 2 May 2020 46,898 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 46,792 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 46,046 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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C226 OLV is a 1986 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 51,835 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 C226 OLV, 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 40 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C226 OLV?

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What year was C226 OLV registered?

C226 OLV is a 1986 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 3 January 1986.

Is C226 OLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C226 OLV shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C226 OLV have outstanding finance?

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