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HAR 4Y

1983 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

78,476 mi
Last recorded78,476 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2019
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAR 4Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2019 78,476 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle has tick under seal all over

Fail 9 Nov 2019 78,476 miles

Vehicle has tick under seal all over

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 78,463 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Down pipe Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high Both headlights (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill to bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Cross member excessively Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fuel line Corroded

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

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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HAR 4Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 HAR 4Y, 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.

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What year was HAR 4Y registered?

HAR 4Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 2 February 1983.

Is HAR 4Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAR 4Y shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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