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F182 FYA

1989 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,521 mi
Last recorded77,521 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2012
Typical for 1989 Ford Fiesta57,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF182 FYA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2012 77,521 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 75,663 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 75,653 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Both front wheel bearing lock nuts tabs not pushed in

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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F182 FYA is a 1989 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F182 FYA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F182 FYA?

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What year was F182 FYA registered?

F182 FYA is a 1989 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 February 1989.

Is F182 FYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F182 FYA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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