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HEX 539Y

1982 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,963 mi
Last recorded61,963 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1982 Ford Fiesta53,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEX 539Y
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 61,963 miles

underside of vehicle and all brake pipes undersealed

Pass 15 Oct 2018 61,904 miles

Wheel bearing slightly noisy both rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))

radiator cap not fitted correctly and header tank missing , loosing coolant

Fail 15 Oct 2018 61,904 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Steering locking device missing both track rod ends , split pins missing (2.1.3 (d))

Wheel bearing slightly noisy both rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))

radiator cap not fitted correctly and header tank missing , loosing coolant

Fail 7 Aug 2018 61,882 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front brake discs rusted

Pass 10 Jul 2007 60,607 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 57,604 miles

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

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

rear wheel arches becoming corroded

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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HEX 539Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,117cc 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 HEX 539Y, 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 HEX 539Y registered?

HEX 539Y is a 1982 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 5 August 1982.

Is HEX 539Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEX 539Y 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.

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