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DCC 386X

1981 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,711 mi
Last recorded23,711 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2008
Typical for 1981 Ford Fiesta51,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCC 386X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine957cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2008 23,711 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 23,674 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 21,954 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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DCC 386X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DCC 386X, 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

How do I check the history of DCC 386X?

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What year was DCC 386X registered?

DCC 386X is a 1981 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 3 November 1981.

Is DCC 386X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCC 386X shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DCC 386X have outstanding finance?

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