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RRX 697Y

1982 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,357 mi
Last recorded64,357 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRX 697Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 64,357 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 59,684 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2015 59,656 miles

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

n/s/f tyre perished

o/s/f tyre perished

Pass 20 Aug 2014 59,281 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 58,285 miles

o/s/f tyre perished

oil leak

wipers slightly smeary

Fail 17 Aug 2013 58,285 miles

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

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)

o/s/f tyre perished

oil leak

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 28 Jul 2009 52,838 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 52,838 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 49,583 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 41,321 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front valance4 starting to corrode

Pass 17 Mar 2006 33,967 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all 4 tyres starting to perish

both headlamp reflectors starting to deteriate

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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RRX 697Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RRX 697Y, 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

How do I check the history of RRX 697Y?

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What year was RRX 697Y registered?

RRX 697Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 August 1982.

Is RRX 697Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRX 697Y shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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