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FEV 747Y

1982 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,353 mi
Last recorded61,353 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEV 747Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2026 61,353 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 61,003 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 60,806 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 60,503 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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FEV 747Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FEV 747Y, 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

How do I check the history of FEV 747Y?

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What year was FEV 747Y registered?

FEV 747Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 5 August 1982.

Is FEV 747Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEV 747Y shows 4 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 FEV 747Y have outstanding finance?

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