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XPU 282X

1981 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

58,118 mi
Last recorded58,118 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPU 282X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 58,118 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 57,706 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 57,386 miles

o/s/r wheel arch slightly corroded no sharp edges

Pass 1 Aug 2019 56,763 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear wheel arch slightly corroded, no sharp edges

Fail 30 Jul 2019 56,763 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outersill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underside (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear wheel arch slightly corroded, no sharp edges

Pass 1 Aug 2018 55,370 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 54,610 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 54,056 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 53,289 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 52,803 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 52,283 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 51,683 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 51,150 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 51,147 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 50,645 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 49,961 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 49,958 miles

Offside Outer Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 49,362 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 48,585 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 48,583 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 47,576 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 47,576 miles

Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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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XPU 282X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1981 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 51,935 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 XPU 282X, 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 45 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 XPU 282X registered?

XPU 282X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 3 August 1981.

Is XPU 282X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPU 282X shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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