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NTU 2Y

1983 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,207 mi
Last recorded32,207 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTU 2Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2015 32,207 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 31,987 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

slight corrosion on the offside front floor pan

Fail 21 Jun 2013 31,986 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Fuel hose slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

nearside front inner wing slight corrosion not affecting steering or the braking system

slight corrosion on the offside front floor pan

electronic fuel pump mounted to a mechanical brake rod fowling brake pipes and fuel hose when the foot brake is applied

Pass 13 Mar 2012 31,378 miles

Earthing cable loose

Slight play in the offside rear anti roll bar bush

Pass 21 Jan 2011 30,755 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 30,755 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 29,554 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 29,254 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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NTU 2Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NTU 2Y, 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

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What year was NTU 2Y registered?

NTU 2Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 3 March 1983.

Is NTU 2Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NTU 2Y shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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