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CWC 839X

1982 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

4,546 mi
Last recorded4,546 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2010
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWC 839X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2010 4,546 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside front wing corroded at bottom

Nearside mirror damaged

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

Fail 19 Apr 2010 4,339 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling bearing fastener fractured (2.5.C.2b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Alternator loose.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside and offside boot floor corroded outwith prescribed area.

Pass 12 Mar 2009 98,298 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 98,298 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2008 98,131 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 98,131 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 95,720 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 94,732 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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CWC 839X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1982 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,457 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 CWC 839X, 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 44 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 CWC 839X registered?

CWC 839X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 7 June 1982.

Is CWC 839X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWC 839X shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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