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DFE 182X

1982 Ford Fiesta

Gold Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,881 mi
Last recorded69,881 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFE 182X
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 69,881 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 69,192 miles

Front Exhaust box baffles loose

Fail 22 Jul 2022 69,188 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust box baffles loose

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 68,798 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front silencer box baffles loose

Fail 28 Jul 2021 68,798 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front silencer box baffles loose

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 68,163 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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DFE 182X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Gold with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DFE 182X, 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.

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What year was DFE 182X registered?

DFE 182X is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 23 March 1982.

Is DFE 182X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFE 182X shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFE 182X have outstanding finance?

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