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F30 PRX

1989 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

94,444 mi
Last recorded94,444 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Fiesta57,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF30 PRX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 94,444 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 93,453 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 93,215 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 92,983 miles

Nearside Front floor pan slightly corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2022 92,858 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 92,588 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 92,155 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 91,362 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 90,474 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2017 89,695 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 88,918 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 May 2015 87,279 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 85,181 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 83,933 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 80,105 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 76,152 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 73,506 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 70,355 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 68,585 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 68,585 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 66,803 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 63,678 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 636,684 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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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F30 PRX is a 1989 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 F30 PRX, 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 F30 PRX registered?

F30 PRX is a 1989 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 January 1989.

Is F30 PRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F30 PRX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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