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EJR 653W

1980 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,134 mi
Last recorded5,134 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 1980 Ford Fiesta53,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJR 653W
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 5,134 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 5,072 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 4,842 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 4,751 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 4,471 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 4,159 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 3,724 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 2,708 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 1,711 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 12 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 12 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

brake pedle has excessive travel

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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EJR 653W is a 1980 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EJR 653W, 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 EJR 653W?

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What year was EJR 653W registered?

EJR 653W is a 1980 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 September 1980.

Is EJR 653W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJR 653W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJR 653W have outstanding finance?

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