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TDX 418X

1981 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,111 mi
Last recorded8,111 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDX 418X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 8,111 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 7,863 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 7,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2017 6,587 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 6,587 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 5,953 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 5,349 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 4,615 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 3,644 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 2,173 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 818 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 471 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 471 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 470 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 2 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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TDX 418X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TDX 418X, 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 TDX 418X registered?

TDX 418X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is TDX 418X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDX 418X shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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