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AYC 914X

1981 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,774 mi
Last recorded24,774 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYC 914X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 24,774 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2026 24,744 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 22,752 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 20,731 miles

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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AYC 914X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AYC 914X, 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

How do I check the history of AYC 914X?

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What year was AYC 914X registered?

AYC 914X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 3 November 1981.

Is AYC 914X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYC 914X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AYC 914X have outstanding finance?

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