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E454 HCJ

1987 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

52,929 mi
Last recorded52,929 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2020
Typical for 1987 Ford Fiesta51,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE454 HCJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2020 52,929 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off smashed (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Jan 2020 52,909 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated inner parts of brake disc rusty (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off smashed (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 52,736 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 52,732 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill weld brakeing away (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 52,411 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 52,148 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 52,145 miles

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 51,910 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 51,639 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 51,314 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 51,084 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 50,830 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 50,483 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 50,209 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 49,964 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 49,584 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 49,169 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 48,722 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 48,722 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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E454 HCJ is a 1987 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 E454 HCJ, 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 E454 HCJ registered?

E454 HCJ is a 1987 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 September 1987.

Is E454 HCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E454 HCJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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