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XDV 81X

1982 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,559 mi
Last recorded48,559 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDV 81X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2013 48,559 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 45,584 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 41,972 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 38,606 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 38,606 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 36,019 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion n/s front wing

Pass 21 Jul 2008 33,460 miles

no rear seat belts

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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XDV 81X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 XDV 81X, 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 XDV 81X?

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What year was XDV 81X registered?

XDV 81X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 May 1982.

Is XDV 81X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDV 81X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XDV 81X have outstanding finance?

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