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TEF 448X

1982 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,919 mi
Last recorded83,919 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEF 448X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 83,919 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 83,914 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 83,753 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 83,663 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 82,813 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 81,867 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 79,272 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 77,424 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 76,412 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 76,306 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 74,136 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 71,865 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 70,101 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 68,651 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 67,006 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 66,980 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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TEF 448X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TEF 448X, 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 TEF 448X registered?

TEF 448X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 March 1982.

Is TEF 448X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEF 448X shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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