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XLN 672X

1982 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

57,224 mi
Last recorded57,224 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLN 672X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 57,224 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 56,297 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 52,653 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 50,955 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 48,683 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 47,598 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 45,737 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 45,737 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 43,769 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 42,328 miles

All road tyres persihed

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 41,365 miles

boot floor is corroding

condensation in offside headlamp

inner sills are corroding

welded repairs to vehicle

Fail 24 Nov 2015 41,364 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

boot floor is corroding

condensation in offside headlamp

inner sills are corroding

welded repairs to vehicle

Pass 17 Dec 2014 38,562 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

fuel lines slightly corroded

Fail 9 Dec 2014 38,562 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

fuel lines slightly corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2013 37,667 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 37,665 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 37,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 37,650 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 37,430 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 37,429 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 37,427 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 37,427 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 37,199 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 37,163 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 32,036 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 37,035 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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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XLN 672X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XLN 672X, 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 XLN 672X?

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What year was XLN 672X registered?

XLN 672X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 April 1982.

Is XLN 672X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLN 672X shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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