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F31 TVT

1989 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,977 mi
Last recorded37,977 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Fiesta57,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF31 TVT
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2026 37,977 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 37,661 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 37,339 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 37,081 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 36,821 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 36,426 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 36,023 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 35,772 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 35,236 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 35,006 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 34,982 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 34,965 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 34,954 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 34,927 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 34,871 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 34,792 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 34,754 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 34,683 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 34,609 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 34,420 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 34,388 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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F31 TVT is a 1989 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 F31 TVT, 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 F31 TVT?

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What year was F31 TVT registered?

F31 TVT is a 1989 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 March 1989.

Is F31 TVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F31 TVT shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F31 TVT have outstanding finance?

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