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F199 YLJ

1989 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

66,141 mi
Last recorded66,141 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 1989 Ford Fiesta57,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF199 YLJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 66,141 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre cracked and perished

Offside Rear tyre cracked and periashed

Fail 30 Nov 2016 66,141 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre cracked and perished

Offside Rear tyre cracked and periashed

Pass 3 Dec 2015 66,059 miles

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

offside front and offside rear tyres are perishing

Fail 2 Dec 2015 66,059 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 155/70r13 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear brake application uneven offside slow to operate (3.7.B.2)

offside front and offside rear tyres are perishing

Pass 2 Dec 2014 65,921 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

corrosion at both brake discs

deep cracking at offside front tyre in tread area

rear silencer corroded

Fail 2 Dec 2014 65,921 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

corrosion at both brake discs

deep cracking at offside front tyre in tread area

rear silencer corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2013 65,697 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall scuffed

surface cracking at nearside rear tyre sidewall

Fail 20 Nov 2013 65,697 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

nearside front tyre sidewall scuffed

surface cracking at nearside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 27 Nov 2012 65,439 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 27 Nov 2012 65,439 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 65,097 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 64,771 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear and offside rear brake hoses are deteriorated

Pass 23 Nov 2009 64,273 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 23 Nov 2009 64,273 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 63,432 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 61,846 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 30 Nov 2007 61,846 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 59,950 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 59,950 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 58,667 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 58,667 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

front brake pads worn very low

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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F199 YLJ is a 1989 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F199 YLJ, 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 F199 YLJ registered?

F199 YLJ is a 1989 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 9 June 1989.

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