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UPV 891X

1981 Ford Fiesta

Yellow Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

416,221 mi
Last recorded416,221 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPV 891X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2011 416,221 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 41,248 miles

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

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

fuel cap is in a poor condition

offside front wheel is partially binding

parking brake cable has no reserve adjustment

Fail 6 Feb 2009 41,050 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

parking brake cable could do with adjustment

Pass 6 Feb 2009 41,050 miles

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

parking brake cable could do with adjustment

Pass 17 May 2007 40,434 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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UPV 891X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in Yellow with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 UPV 891X, 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

How do I check the history of UPV 891X?

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What year was UPV 891X registered?

UPV 891X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 11 November 1981.

Is UPV 891X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPV 891X shows 5 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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