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DVR 582Y

1983 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

96,036 mi
Last recorded96,036 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2012
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVR 582Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2012 96,036 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Coolant leak

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

Fail 11 Jun 2012 96,036 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Coolant leak

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

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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DVR 582Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 DVR 582Y, 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 DVR 582Y registered?

DVR 582Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 March 1983.

Is DVR 582Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVR 582Y 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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