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W142 SGU

2000 Ford Fiesta

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,510 mi
Last recorded45,510 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 2000 Ford Fiesta64,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW142 SGU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 45,510 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 36,761 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 28,696 miles

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 19,932 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

hub cap missing o/s rear wheel

rear number plate cracked and cracks in o/s rear tyre

Pass 4 Aug 2011 17,287 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 17,287 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 15,606 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 14,023 miles

Battery insecure

Coolant leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2008 12,436 miles

coolant leak needs attention

slight leak to rocker cover gaskit

uneven wear to off side front tyre

Pass 16 Feb 2007 11,479 miles

DEEP CUT TO NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE OUTTER WALL

UNEVEN WEAR TO OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE

Fail 16 Feb 2007 11,479 miles

DEEP CUT TO NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE OUTTER WALL

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

UNEVEN WEAR TO OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE

Pass 14 Feb 2006 10,565 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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W142 SGU is a 2000 Ford Fiesta in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W142 SGU, 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 W142 SGU registered?

W142 SGU is a 2000 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W142 SGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W142 SGU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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