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UKM 801X

1981 Ford Fiesta

Yellow Petrol 957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,681 mi
Last recorded49,681 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKM 801X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine957cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 49,681 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 49,644 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 49,644 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 49,566 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 49,469 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 49,370 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak oil pressure switch. ()

Pass 4 May 2016 49,257 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 49,206 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 48,839 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 48,770 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 48,736 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 48,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2010 47,608 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 47,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 May 2009 47,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2008 46,560 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 46,439 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 46,098 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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UKM 801X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in Yellow with a 957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UKM 801X, 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 UKM 801X registered?

UKM 801X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 October 1981.

Is UKM 801X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKM 801X shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UKM 801X have outstanding finance?

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