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DOM 849V

1979 Ford Fiesta

Bronze Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,426 mi
Last recorded91,426 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2006
Typical for 1979 Ford Fiesta52,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOM 849V
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2006 91,426 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 91,426 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

all brake pipes corroded

front pannel top & bottom corroded

n/s & o/s rear arches corroded

n/s & o/s sills corroded

n/s door mirror damaged

n/s& o/s front wings corroded

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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DOM 849V is a 1979 Ford Fiesta in Bronze with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DOM 849V, 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

How do I check the history of DOM 849V?

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What year was DOM 849V registered?

DOM 849V is a 1979 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 11 December 1979.

Is DOM 849V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOM 849V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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