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XFJ 963X

1982 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,831 mi
Last recorded73,831 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFJ 963X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 73,831 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 73,511 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 73,493 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 73,262 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 70,721 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 69,584 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 68,622 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 66,968 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 65,725 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 Jul 2014 65,725 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2013 64,176 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 63,028 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 61,615 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 61,615 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 59,879 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s rear brake sticking

Fail 28 Jun 2010 59,879 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s rear brake sticking

Pass 2 Jul 2009 58,530 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 58,529 miles

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

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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XFJ 963X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XFJ 963X, 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 XFJ 963X registered?

XFJ 963X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 19 May 1982.

Is XFJ 963X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFJ 963X shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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