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BGC 758S

1978 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

79,078 mi
Last recorded79,078 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 1978 Ford Fiesta46,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGC 758S
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine957cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 79,078 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 78,958 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 78,712 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 78,222 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 77,754 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 77,280 miles

Boot area corroded

Brake pedal soft

Pass 27 Mar 2018 76,534 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 75,970 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 75,368 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 74,919 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 74,614 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 74,367 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 74,247 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 74,044 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 73,709 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 73,709 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 73,389 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 73,089 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 72,651 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 72,145 miles

as per advice notice 432052397030

Fail 2 Apr 2007 72,145 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 71,532 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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BGC 758S is a 1978 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1978 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 46,438 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 BGC 758S, 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 48 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 BGC 758S?

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What year was BGC 758S registered?

BGC 758S is a 1978 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 13 March 1978.

Is BGC 758S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGC 758S shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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