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ESG 154W

1981 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,655 mi
Last recorded50,655 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESG 154W
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 50,655 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 49,486 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 48,846 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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ESG 154W is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 51,935 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 ESG 154W, 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 45 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 ESG 154W?

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What year was ESG 154W registered?

ESG 154W is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 May 1981.

Is ESG 154W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESG 154W shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESG 154W have outstanding finance?

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