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AP56 DYF

2007 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

123,572 mi
Last recorded123,572 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Ford Fiesta62,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP56 DYF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 123,572 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 119,864 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 114,910 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 110,411 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Feb 2023 110,411 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 105,756 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2020 105,756 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 100,469 miles

rear seats folded

Pass 22 Oct 2018 92,048 miles

Nearside Front tyre feathering on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre perished and cracked

Fail 22 Oct 2018 92,048 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre feathering on inner edge

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 16 Sep 2017 81,186 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 81,186 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 78,574 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 78,574 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 72,035 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 72,035 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 62,456 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 54,003 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 43,950 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 36,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 36,916 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 29,037 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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AP56 DYF is a 2007 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2007 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 62,922 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 AP56 DYF, 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 19 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP56 DYF registered?

AP56 DYF is a 2007 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 January 2007.

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