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DRN 499Y

1983 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,528 mi
Last recorded86,528 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRN 499Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 86,528 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 86,102 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring slightly corroded

Offside Rear Cool spring slightly corroded

Small surface corrosion around floor pans and inner panels

Pass 17 Mar 2020 85,816 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 85,794 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion Door (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion Wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 85,685 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 85,685 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 85,550 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 82,417 miles

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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DRN 499Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 52,986 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 DRN 499Y, 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 43 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 DRN 499Y registered?

DRN 499Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 May 1983.

Is DRN 499Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRN 499Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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