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WPC 256Y

1982 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,175 mi
Last recorded42,175 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPC 256Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 42,175 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 41,365 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 40,736 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2021 40,693 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor pan corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 37,608 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 36,982 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2013 36,982 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 34,344 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 31,567 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 31,559 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear bumper damaged

Pass 11 Sep 2009 31,562 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 30 Sep 2006 31,553 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside rear tyre outer sidewall perished

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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WPC 256Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 WPC 256Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WPC 256Y?

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What year was WPC 256Y registered?

WPC 256Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 5 August 1982.

Is WPC 256Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPC 256Y shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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