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E746 FCX

1987 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,676 mi
Last recorded41,676 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Fiesta51,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE746 FCX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 41,676 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2025 41,676 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 41,524 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2024 41,524 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 41,269 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 41,036 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 40,815 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 40,523 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 40,300 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 40,075 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 39,939 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 39,757 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 39,632 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 39,283 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 38,859 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 38,322 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 37,934 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 37,934 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 37,418 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 36,447 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 36,447 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 35,637 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 35,227 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 34,845 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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E746 FCX is a 1987 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E746 FCX, 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 E746 FCX registered?

E746 FCX is a 1987 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 August 1987.

Is E746 FCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E746 FCX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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