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E895 YHK

1987 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,467 mi
Last recorded41,467 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Fiesta51,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE895 YHK
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 41,467 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 41,407 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 41,324 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 41,252 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 39,712 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 37,311 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 33,269 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 27,712 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 24,623 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 19,987 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 17,842 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 15,123 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 11,291 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 9,295 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 73,111 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 4,348 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 243 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 96,007 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 91,072 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 91,054 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

front brake discs worn various rust under car

Pass 31 Jul 2006 89,779 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Jul 2006 89,682 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

exhaust corroded

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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E895 YHK is a 1987 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 E895 YHK, 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 E895 YHK registered?

E895 YHK is a 1987 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E895 YHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E895 YHK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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