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AFR 42

1996 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,344 mi
Last recorded94,344 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2008
Typical for 1996 Ford Fiesta62,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFR 42
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2008 94,344 miles

due to excessive amounts of un derseal unable to properly inspect welding

Fail 1 Aug 2008 94,338 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 91,226 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 82,334 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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AFR 42 is a 1996 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.3% with a typical mileage of 62,302 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 AFR 42, 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 30 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AFR 42 registered?

AFR 42 is a 1996 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is AFR 42 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFR 42 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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