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F171 UWP

1989 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 957cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,888 mi
Last recorded33,888 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Fiesta57,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF171 UWP
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine957cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 33,888 miles

Rear Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2025 32,867 miles

Nearside Rear Inner sill covered in sealant

Nearside Rear Outer sill covered in sealant

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underbody has surface rust

Pass 20 Mar 2009 32,623 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 32,618 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 32,313 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 31,909 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 31,614 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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F171 UWP is a 1989 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 F171 UWP, 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 F171 UWP registered?

F171 UWP is a 1989 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 March 1989.

Is F171 UWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F171 UWP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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