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NDM 437Y

1983 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 957cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,978 mi
Last recorded6,978 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDM 437Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine957cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 6,978 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2025 6,978 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 6,896 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 6,752 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 67,454 miles

underside of vehicle under-sealed

Pass 30 May 2015 6,648 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 6,486 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 6,394 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 6,391 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2011 6,103 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 6,050 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 5,992 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 5,885 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 5,885 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 5,722 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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NDM 437Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NDM 437Y, 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 NDM 437Y?

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What year was NDM 437Y registered?

NDM 437Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 9 February 1983.

Is NDM 437Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NDM 437Y shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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