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B127 GRG

1985 Ford Fiesta

Purple Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,912 mi
Last recorded29,912 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Fiesta49,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB127 GRG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1985
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 29,912 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 29,858 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 50,690 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 50,515 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 50,501 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 50,437 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 48,910 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 48,567 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 47,828 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2011 46,088 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 41,718 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 39,534 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 39,534 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 38,655 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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B127 GRG is a 1985 Ford Fiesta in Purple with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1985 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 49,130 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 B127 GRG, 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 41 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 B127 GRG registered?

B127 GRG is a 1985 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 4 February 1985.

Is B127 GRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B127 GRG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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