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V397 LJN

2000 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

96,573 mi
Last recorded96,573 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2020
Typical for 2000 Ford Fiesta64,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV397 LJN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2020 96,573 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 88,939 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 79,742 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 75,276 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 74,031 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 72,473 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 70,382 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 68,118 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 65,835 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 64,002 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 61,820 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 61,820 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 59,494 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 546,306 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 51,947 miles

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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V397 LJN is a 2000 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2000 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 64,944 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 V397 LJN, 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 26 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V397 LJN registered?

V397 LJN is a 2000 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 January 2000.

Is V397 LJN safe to buy?

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