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RFL 733X

1981 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,893 mi
Last recorded31,893 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFL 733X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 31,893 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 31,890 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 31,870 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 31,843 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 31,797 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 31,742 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 31,733 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 31,661 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 31,217 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 31,117 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 31,182 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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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RFL 733X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RFL 733X, 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

How do I check the history of RFL 733X?

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What year was RFL 733X registered?

RFL 733X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 October 1981.

Is RFL 733X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFL 733X shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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