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F995 MHJ

1988 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

86,217 mi
Last recorded86,217 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Fiesta54,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF995 MHJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 86,217 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 86,207 miles

nearside handbrake reading low, pass across axle

Pass 19 Jan 2023 86,074 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 86,038 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 85,888 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 85,790 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 85,665 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 85,467 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 85,332 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 85,173 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 84,949 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 84,369 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 79,323 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 79,323 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 77,315 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 75,762 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 75,753 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2006 73,954 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 73,954 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

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

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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F995 MHJ is a 1988 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 F995 MHJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F995 MHJ registered?

F995 MHJ is a 1988 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 24 October 1988.

Is F995 MHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F995 MHJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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