Ford Fiesta Xr2 (1981)
1981 Ford Fiesta Xr2
CarHunch is tracking 265 1981 Ford Fiesta Xr2 vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1981 Ford Fiesta XR2 shows a 0% first-time pass rate, which is far below the UK average of 80%—a serious red flag for any potential buyer. With a median CarHunch score of just 50, these vehicles are in notably poor condition across the board, though the complete absence of recorded dangerous defects suggests the failures are primarily cosmetic or minor mechanical issues rather than safety-critical problems.
The data covers 265 vehicles but lacks mileage records, making it impossible to assess whether high failure rates reflect age-related wear or poor maintenance practices. What's clear is that any 1981 Fiesta XR2 you're considering will almost certainly fail its next MOT, so budget for significant repairs before purchase or factor in the cost of a full recommissioning with a qualified mechanic.
We have 265 1981 Ford Fiesta Xr2 vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1981 Ford Fiesta Xr2
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Ford Fiesta Xr2
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