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FEZ 1209

1996 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,868 mi
Last recorded64,868 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Ford Fiesta62,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEZ 1209
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2023 64,868 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 63,714 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 63,697 miles

external body kit fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2010 63,672 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2009 63,297 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 63,297 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 63,376 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 60,288 miles

1658013 tyres fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

body kit covering outer sills

brake discs inner faces corroded

exhaust blowing at cat joint

nsr brake binding

osf brake pipe corroded

play in both front top suspension leg mountings

rear chassis rails cut to accomodate exhausts

rear foot brake performance poor

Pass 11 May 2007 60,288 miles

1658013 tyres fitted

body kit covering outer sills

brake discs inner faces corroded

exhaust blowing at cat joint

nsr brake binding

osf brake pipe corroded

play in both front top suspension leg mountings

rear chassis rails cut to accomodate exhausts

rear foot brake performance poor

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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FEZ 1209 is a 1996 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FEZ 1209, 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

How do I check the history of FEZ 1209?

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What year was FEZ 1209 registered?

FEZ 1209 is a 1996 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 September 1996.

Is FEZ 1209 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEZ 1209 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FEZ 1209 have outstanding finance?

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