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CDE 417V

1979 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,600 mi
Last recorded84,600 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Fiesta52,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDE 417V
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 84,600 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 84,599 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened panhard rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front offside and nearside front tyres advance perishing

Pass 1 Sep 2016 79,669 miles

brake pedal anti-slip wearing smooth

Pass 24 Jan 2014 78,678 miles

rear boot floor slightly corroded

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front wider wheels fitted

n/s/front floor slightly corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2006 77,987 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 77,984 miles

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

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

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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CDE 417V is a 1979 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 CDE 417V, 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 CDE 417V registered?

CDE 417V is a 1979 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 8 August 1979.

Is CDE 417V safe to buy?

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