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WPE 700Y

1982 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

97,077 mi
Last recorded97,077 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPE 700Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 97,077 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 96,842 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 96,583 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 96,336 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 96,336 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 96,051 miles

Offside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed slight play (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 96,051 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed slight play (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 95,903 miles

nearside rear brake binding slightly, disc slightly rusty

some front brake inbalance

Pass 12 Apr 2019 95,740 miles

brake fluid level low

front tyres worn

slight play both rear wheel bearings

Pass 10 May 2018 95,508 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 95,507 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking pipe (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

some play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 10 May 2017 95,261 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play n/s front (2.5.A.3c)

hand brake poor o/s rear

Pass 4 May 2016 94,602 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 93,904 miles

handbrake effort could be improved

slight play in offside front hub assembly

Pass 15 May 2014 93,693 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 93,267 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 93,212 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 2,847 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 92,341 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 91,550 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 90,989 miles

hand brake poor

Pass 18 May 2007 90,369 miles

exhaust hanging low

hand brake poor

Pass 2 Jun 2006 89,071 miles

brake pedal spungy

hand brake poor both sides

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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WPE 700Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 WPE 700Y, 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

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What year was WPE 700Y registered?

WPE 700Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is WPE 700Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPE 700Y shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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