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R120 BUJ

1998 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

74,030 mi
Last recorded74,030 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Ford Fiesta60,124 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR120 BUJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 74,030 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 74,013 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

number plate lights insecure but showing corresct light

slight misting on n/s/r brake back plate.

Pass 28 Feb 2013 68,431 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 64,276 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 59,675 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2010 55,526 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 55,519 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 50,178 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 43,032 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 43,032 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 36,699 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 36,699 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 33,263 miles

n/s/ sill dent advise

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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R120 BUJ is a 1998 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1998 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 60,124 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 R120 BUJ, 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 28 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R120 BUJ registered?

R120 BUJ is a 1998 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is R120 BUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R120 BUJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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