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W223 NLE

2000 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

51,905 mi
Last recorded51,905 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 2000 Ford Fiesta64,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW223 NLE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 51,905 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight oil leak

Fail 7 Mar 2016 51,905 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2015 49,628 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 May 2014 47,618 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2014 47,618 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 46,020 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 44,555 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 43,420 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 41,591 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

near side front tyre has a small kut in side wall

rear registration plate is starting to delaminate

Fail 15 May 2009 39,201 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight play in near-side top shock mounting

slight play in off-side top shop mounting

Pass 15 May 2009 39,201 miles

slight play in near-side top shock mounting

slight play in off-side top shop mounting

Pass 20 May 2008 37,311 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 37,311 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 18 May 2007 34,952 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 18 May 2007 34,952 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 32,447 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 32,447 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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W223 NLE is a 2000 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W223 NLE, 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 W223 NLE registered?

W223 NLE is a 2000 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W223 NLE safe to buy?

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