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K143 LAH

1993 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1119cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

53,730 mi
Last recorded53,730 miles
Recorded on26 May 2010
Typical for 1993 Ford Fiesta62,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK143 LAH
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,119cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2010 53,730 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 53,711 miles

Nearside Front Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 May 2009 51,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine oil minimum

Pass 16 Apr 2008 48,937 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Apr 2008 48,937 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 43,969 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 43,968 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 40,913 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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K143 LAH is a 1993 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,119cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1993 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.5% with a typical mileage of 62,273 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 K143 LAH, 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 33 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K143 LAH registered?

K143 LAH is a 1993 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 April 1993.

Is K143 LAH safe to buy?

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