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F969 CGP

1988 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,493 mi
Last recorded49,493 miles
Recorded on7 May 2020
Typical for 1988 Ford Fiesta54,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF969 CGP
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2020 49,493 miles

Rear seat not fitted

Fail 4 May 2020 49,470 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear seat not fitted

Fail 1 Oct 2018 49,449 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside front floor pan corroded and holed , but not within any prescribed areas

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 42,064 miles

Oil leak oil pressure switch ()

coil spring corroded front and rear (2.4.C.1b)

rear tyres cracked

Pass 15 Sep 2016 39,067 miles

Both sides rear seat belts and seats have been removed.

Fail 1 Jun 2016 38,972 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 37,051 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 30,065 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 34,116 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake imbalance 16 %

Pass 22 Jul 2008 31,518 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 29,605 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 27,900 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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F969 CGP is a 1988 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 54,228 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 F969 CGP, 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 38 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F969 CGP registered?

F969 CGP is a 1988 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 8 August 1988.

Is F969 CGP safe to buy?

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