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GKZ 2211

1998 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

98,422 mi
Last recorded98,422 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Ford Fiesta60,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKZ 2211
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2009 98,422 miles

"wiper marks"to front windscreen.

long travel on interior handbrake lever.

offside rear tyre wear low.

spare wheel & carrier missing .

Fail 24 Jun 2009 98,421 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

spare wheel & carrier missing .

"wiper marks"to front windscreen.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

long travel on interior handbrake lever.

offside rear tyre wear low.

Pass 1 Jul 2008 92,049 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 92,044 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 84,224 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 84,224 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 74,564 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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GKZ 2211 is a 1998 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 60,124 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GKZ 2211, 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 28 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GKZ 2211 registered?

GKZ 2211 is a 1998 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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