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E10 BYG

1988 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

25,867 mi
Last recorded25,867 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Fiesta54,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE10 BYG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 25,867 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 25,754 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 25,602 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 24,745 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 24,554 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 24,201 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 24,189 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 23,988 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 23,747 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 23,502 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 23,221 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 22,879 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 22,533 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 22,097 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 21,732 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 21,731 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2008 21,292 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 20,722 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 20,176 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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E10 BYG is a 1988 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1988 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 54,228 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 E10 BYG, 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 38 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E10 BYG?

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What year was E10 BYG registered?

E10 BYG is a 1988 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E10 BYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E10 BYG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E10 BYG have outstanding finance?

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