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TMC 241Y

1983 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

62,635 mi
Last recorded62,635 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMC 241Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 62,635 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 61,960 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 60,758 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 59,762 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 59,615 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 59,113 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately inner sill weak at repair (2.4.A.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.6.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2016 59,113 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part fouling on tyre (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately inner sill weak at repair (2.4.A.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 58,549 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 58,327 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 58,040 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 57,856 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 57,064 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 54,917 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 54,917 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Jul 2009 54,648 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f chassie leg slightly corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2009 54,648 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/f chassie leg slightly corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2008 54,168 miles
Pass 18 May 2005 53,644 miles
Fail 11 May 2005 53,635 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Lower Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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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TMC 241Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1983 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 52,986 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 TMC 241Y, 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 43 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 TMC 241Y registered?

TMC 241Y is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 February 1983.

Is TMC 241Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMC 241Y shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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