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HFD 1V

1988 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,796 mi
Last recorded94,796 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Fiesta54,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFD 1V
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2025 94,796 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

car underbody painted in underseal

Pass 18 May 2019 94,794 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 94,435 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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HFD 1V is a 1988 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HFD 1V, 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

How do I check the history of HFD 1V?

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What year was HFD 1V registered?

HFD 1V is a 1988 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is HFD 1V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFD 1V shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFD 1V have outstanding finance?

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