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OSP 727Y

1983 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,071 mi
Last recorded3,071 miles
Recorded on12 May 2012
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSP 727Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2012 3,071 miles

both wiper blades starting to split

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

vehicle underbody undersealed, unable to fully inspect

Pass 27 Aug 2010 76,929 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 2,437 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake pedal slightly spongy

front and rear floor,sills and chassis corroded and heavily plated

front crossmember corroded

nearside rear and offside rear flexi brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

Fail 29 May 2008 2,437 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake pedal slightly spongy

front and rear floor,sills and chassis corroded and heavily plated

front crossmember corroded

nearside rear and offside rear flexi brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

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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OSP 727Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 OSP 727Y, 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 OSP 727Y registered?

OSP 727Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 March 1983.

Is OSP 727Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSP 727Y shows 4 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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