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FUB 797Y

1983 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

20,171 mi
Last recorded20,171 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUB 797Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 20,171 miles
Pass 31 May 2021 19,946 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 19,353 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 19,028 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 18,253 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 17,803 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 17,304 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 16,265 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 15,304 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 12,021 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 11,801 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 11,626 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 11,327 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 11,319 miles

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

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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FUB 797Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FUB 797Y, 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

How do I check the history of FUB 797Y?

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What year was FUB 797Y registered?

FUB 797Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 17 January 1983.

Is FUB 797Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUB 797Y shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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