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PMX 174X

1981 Ford Fiesta

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

46,630 mi
Last recorded46,630 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMX 174X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 46,630 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 46,200 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 45,691 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 45,328 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 44,688 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 44,209 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 42,800 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 42,442 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 42,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 39,750 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

n/s/r tyre is deteriorating

Fail 4 Jun 2010 39,745 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

n/s/r tyre is deteriorating

Pass 17 Oct 2008 35,867 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 35,842 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

nearside front top mount noisey

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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PMX 174X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PMX 174X, 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 PMX 174X registered?

PMX 174X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 4 August 1981.

Is PMX 174X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMX 174X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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