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MXI 6362

1988 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,273 mi
Last recorded16,273 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Fiesta54,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMXI 6362
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 16,273 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 16,181 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2019 15,593 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 9,854 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 4,886 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 3,249 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 94,868 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 94,868 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 87,312 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 87,312 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 83,449 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 83,443 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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MXI 6362 is a 1988 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MXI 6362, 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 MXI 6362 registered?

MXI 6362 is a 1988 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is MXI 6362 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MXI 6362 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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