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F18 XRT

1989 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,579 mi
Last recorded5,579 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 1989 Ford Fiesta57,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF18 XRT
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2024 5,579 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 5,177 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 4,402 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 4,304 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 3,382 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 2,903 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 1,715 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 92,370 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 92,370 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 91,322 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 88,064 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 86,476 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 86,148 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 84,988 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 21 Apr 2010 83,816 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2009 82,756 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 82,625 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 82,460 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 81,170 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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F18 XRT is a 1989 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 F18 XRT, 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

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What year was F18 XRT registered?

F18 XRT is a 1989 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 19 March 1989.

Is F18 XRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F18 XRT shows 19 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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