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E149 GCJ

1988 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,398 mi
Last recorded78,398 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2006
Typical for 1988 Ford Fiesta54,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE149 GCJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2006 78,398 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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E149 GCJ is a 1988 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E149 GCJ, 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

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What year was E149 GCJ registered?

E149 GCJ is a 1988 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 24 March 1988.

Is E149 GCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E149 GCJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E149 GCJ have outstanding finance?

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