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TVF 938W

1981 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,540 mi
Last recorded12,540 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVF 938W
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 12,540 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2010 12,529 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

cracking in all 4 tyres

front discs slightly pitted

lip of rust on inside of front discs

offside front brake binding slightly

rust hole in nearside front outer wing

Fail 28 Sep 2010 12,529 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Panhard rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

cracking in all 4 tyres

front discs slightly pitted

lip of rust on inside of front discs

offside front brake binding slightly

rust hole in nearside front wing

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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TVF 938W is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TVF 938W, 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 TVF 938W registered?

TVF 938W is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is TVF 938W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVF 938W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVF 938W have outstanding finance?

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