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WLE 638X

1982 Ford Fiesta

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLE 638X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017
Pass 15 Jun 2016

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Apr 2015
Fail 17 Apr 2015

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Apr 2014
Fail 7 Oct 2013

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 21 Aug 2013

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front and rear number plate lettering altered but readable

long travel on foot brake and pedal spongy

o/s/f and n/s/f chassis sections repaired and modified ,heavily undercoated and suspect filled

tapley test carried out due to car lowered

unable to open boot lid car modified

vehicle heavily lowered

negative reaction on front suspension

Pass 3 Aug 2012

vehicle to low to put in brake rollers

Pass 20 Aug 2011

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

hydro carbons on top limit

Fail 3 Jul 2010 1 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust noisey

hc on limit

Pass 3 Jul 2010 1 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust noisey

hc on limit

Pass 28 May 2009

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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WLE 638X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WLE 638X, 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.

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What year was WLE 638X registered?

WLE 638X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 29 January 1982.

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