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PML 164X

1982 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

5,464 mi
Last recorded5,464 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPML 164X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 5,464 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 5,274 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 5,265 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 4,904 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 4,576 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 3,549 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 995 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 54,249 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 41,696 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 97,072 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 463,665 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 463,663 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 44,960 miles

brake pedal spongy

Pass 19 Apr 2010 42,003 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 40,375 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 40,375 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 36,864 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 32,086 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 32,068 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2005 28,552 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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PML 164X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1982 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,457 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 PML 164X, 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 44 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 PML 164X registered?

PML 164X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 25 June 1982.

Is PML 164X safe to buy?

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