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DSN 961V

1980 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,069 mi
Last recorded6,069 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2022
Typical for 1980 Ford Fiesta53,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSN 961V
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine957cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2022 6,069 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 47,974 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 47,871 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 47,152 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 47,057 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 46,983 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 46,619 miles

car track prepared

no bumpers fitted

rear fog light loose

rear seats missing

Pass 12 Sep 2009
Pass 6 Aug 2008 46,345 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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DSN 961V is a 1980 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 53,946 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 DSN 961V, 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 46 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 DSN 961V?

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What year was DSN 961V registered?

DSN 961V is a 1980 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 18 April 1980.

Is DSN 961V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSN 961V shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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