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BGT 947X

1981 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2015
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,241 mi
Last recorded34,241 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2014
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGT 947X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2014 34,241 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 34,241 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 34,236 miles

all tyres perished

Fail 22 Aug 2012 34,236 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

all tyres perished

Fail 12 Oct 2011 34,229 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 14 Jul 2010 27,995 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 27,995 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 24,522 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 24,522 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 23,881 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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BGT 947X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BGT 947X, 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 BGT 947X registered?

BGT 947X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 4 September 1981.

Is BGT 947X safe to buy?

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