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D198 WFV

1987 Ford Fiesta

Cream Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,859 mi
Last recorded55,859 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1987 Ford Fiesta51,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD198 WFV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1987
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 55,859 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 55,834 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 54,651 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 42,975 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 35,473 miles

brake pipes covered in grease

n/s/f wing under bonnet corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2015 35,386 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 38,078 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 34,582 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

could not carry out full inspection of front brakes because wheel trim was restricting view

Fail 24 Jun 2013 34,582 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

could not carry out full inspection of front brakes because wheel trim was restricting view

Pass 29 Jun 2012 34,018 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 34,018 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 33,489 miles

Rear o/s bumper end cap missing

Pass 7 Jun 2010 32,965 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 32,506 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 32,023 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 31,467 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 31,467 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

N/S front tyre wearing on inner edge

Oil pressure switch leaking

Pass 19 Jun 2006 30,880 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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D198 WFV is a 1987 Ford Fiesta in Cream with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 51,862 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 D198 WFV, 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 39 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D198 WFV registered?

D198 WFV is a 1987 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 9 February 1987.

Is D198 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D198 WFV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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