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F77 RST

1996 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,077 mi
Last recorded75,077 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Ford Fiesta62,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF77 RST
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 75,077 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 74,695 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 74,695 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 73,791 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 72,595 miles

brake pedal travel

non cat emission test to suit 1990 engine fitted.

Pass 12 Aug 2011 69,754 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake pedal travel

non cat emmision test due to 1990 engine fitted

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2010 65,308 miles

non cat emission test to fitted engine. (1990 year)

non standard pipe supports fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2009 62,201 miles

emmision test carried out to engine spec , 1990

rear brake hoses not supported with the proper clips. but fitted securely.

Pass 21 Jul 2008 58,762 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 58,735 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 54,427 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 48,663 miles

o/s/f,n/s/f side lights not original lights

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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F77 RST is a 1996 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.3% with a typical mileage of 62,302 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 F77 RST, 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 30 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 F77 RST registered?

F77 RST is a 1996 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is F77 RST safe to buy?

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