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MCX 908W

1981 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,190 mi
Last recorded69,190 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCX 908W
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2021 69,190 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 69,134 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 68,994 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 68,510 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play

Oil leak

Rear exhaust mounts cracking

Pass 13 Jul 2012 68,199 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear fog light has loose connection

Pass 30 Apr 2010 67,753 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 67,380 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 67,030 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 66,302 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 65,096 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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MCX 908W is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 MCX 908W, 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

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What year was MCX 908W registered?

MCX 908W is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 22 April 1981.

Is MCX 908W safe to buy?

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