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N122 CDB

1996 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1119cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,044 mi
Last recorded71,044 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2007
Typical for 1996 Ford Fiesta62,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN122 CDB
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,119cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2007 71,044 miles

slight corrosion on underbody

Fail 17 Apr 2007 70,912 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

SLIGHT CORROSION SHOWING TO UNDERBODY

Pass 25 Apr 2006 64,953 miles

Offside Front 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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N122 CDB is a 1996 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,119cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N122 CDB, 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 N122 CDB?

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What year was N122 CDB registered?

N122 CDB is a 1996 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N122 CDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N122 CDB shows 3 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.

Does N122 CDB have outstanding finance?

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