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D353 SGN

1987 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

38,289 mi
Last recorded38,289 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Fiesta51,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD353 SGN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 38,289 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 38,289 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 38,229 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 38,224 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 38,042 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 37,920 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 37,747 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 37,663 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 37,514 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 37,297 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 36,996 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 36,717 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 36,410 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 36,036 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 35,547 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 35,156 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 34,558 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 34,054 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 33,710 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 33,165 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 32,503 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 31,176 miles

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

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

exhaust down pipe silencer baffles loose and rattling. exhaust not blowing.

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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D353 SGN is a 1987 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 D353 SGN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D353 SGN registered?

D353 SGN is a 1987 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 March 1987.

Is D353 SGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D353 SGN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D353 SGN have outstanding finance?

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