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DKM 851Y

1982 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

76,184 mi
Last recorded76,184 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKM 851Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine957cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 76,184 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 76,146 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 76,113 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 76,034 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 76,020 miles

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Pass 12 Jul 2016 75,959 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 75,883 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 75,799 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 75,683 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 75,618 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 75,517 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 75,378 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 75,217 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 22 Jul 2009 75,198 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 75,117 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 75,072 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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DKM 851Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 DKM 851Y, 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 DKM 851Y registered?

DKM 851Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 5 November 1982.

Is DKM 851Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKM 851Y shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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