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P108 TVG

1997 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,860 mi
Last recorded91,860 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Fiesta61,816 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP108 TVG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2013 91,860 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 85,782 miles

both no plates marked

os sill very rusty

Fail 3 Dec 2011 85,782 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both no plates marked

os rearmost bush weak

os sill very rusty

Pass 8 Nov 2010 77,976 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 69,948 miles

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

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

front number marked

Pass 13 Nov 2008 64,605 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 64,085 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 64,084 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

exhaust blow at back box

nearside front tyre worn on inner egde

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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P108 TVG is a 1997 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 61,816 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 P108 TVG, 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 29 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 P108 TVG registered?

P108 TVG is a 1997 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 4 July 1997.

Is P108 TVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P108 TVG shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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