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CUB 56T

1978 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,770 mi
Last recorded44,770 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2012
Typical for 1978 Ford Fiesta46,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUB 56T
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine957cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2012 44,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 44,770 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 44,003 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 44,003 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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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CUB 56T is a 1978 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 CUB 56T, 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 CUB 56T?

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What year was CUB 56T registered?

CUB 56T is a 1978 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is CUB 56T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUB 56T shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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