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EKM 262Y

1983 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

65,448 mi
Last recorded65,448 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKM 262Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 65,448 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 65,439 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 65,286 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2020 65,274 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 65,254 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 65,154 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2015 64,983 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 64,264 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 63,323 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 62,730 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 62,256 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 61,603 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 60,814 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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EKM 262Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EKM 262Y, 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 EKM 262Y registered?

EKM 262Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 5 January 1983.

Is EKM 262Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKM 262Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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