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W172 KFC

2000 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,405 mi
Last recorded93,405 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2019
Typical for 2000 Ford Fiesta64,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW172 KFC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2019 93,405 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both rear brake hoses perished/deteriorated

parking brake performance only just met requirements, advise inspection/repair as necessary

rear axle bushes deteriorated

rear wheel arches corroded/deteriorated

some underside areas lightly corroded(floors, sills, sill backing panels etc)

vehicle has been repaired inside/outside of floors,sills,sill backing panels and other various sections covered in underseal

Pass 11 Dec 2018 87,579 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle has been repaired(inside and outside) and undersealed in various sections

rear brake hoses lightly perished/deteriorated

rear subframe bushes deteriorated

rear wheel arches corroded/deteriorated

Fail 27 Nov 2018 87,570 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Vehicle has been repaired and undersealed in various sections

Pass 29 Nov 2017 85,090 miles

underneath of vehicle has been heavy undersealed and welded

Fail 24 Nov 2017 85,082 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 81,542 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

underneath of vehicleshowing signs of corrsion

Pass 13 Nov 2015 76,866 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 71,280 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 65,958 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both outer cv boots cracking

corrosion on rear inner and outer sils

n/s/r tyre perished and low on tread

rear axle bushes worn

rear brake hoses slightly twisted

Fail 18 Nov 2013 65,958 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both outer cv boots cracking

corrosion on rear inner and outer sils

n/s/r tyre perished and low on tread

rear axle bushes worn

rear brake hoses slightly twisted

Pass 6 Nov 2012 61,888 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 56,983 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 55,910 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 54,250 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 52,634 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 50,978 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 48,463 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 46,322 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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W172 KFC is a 2000 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 W172 KFC, 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 W172 KFC registered?

W172 KFC is a 2000 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 7 June 2000.

Is W172 KFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W172 KFC shows 18 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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