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F131 PMJ

1989 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

915,161 mi
Last recorded915,161 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2008
Typical for 1989 Ford Fiesta57,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF131 PMJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2008 915,161 miles

Oil leak

slight corrosion to body pannals

slight play in the nearside inner track rod end

slight play in the nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 8 Dec 2007 79,331 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 75,111 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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F131 PMJ is a 1989 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 57,158 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 F131 PMJ, 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 37 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F131 PMJ registered?

F131 PMJ is a 1989 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 23 May 1989.

Is F131 PMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F131 PMJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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