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W248 VBH

2000 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,941 mi
Last recorded44,941 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Ford Fiesta64,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW248 VBH
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2026 44,941 miles

nearside underbody seal corrosion

offside underbody seal corrosion

Pass 22 Feb 2025 44,516 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 44,097 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 43,687 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 43,191 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 6 Feb 2021 42,626 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 42,069 miles

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Feb 2019 41,363 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside body seal corrosion

Offside body seal corrosion

Pass 10 Feb 2018 40,786 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Feb 2017 40,252 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 38,986 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 36,719 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt , fitted too near side rear

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 34,623 miles

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

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

Slight noise detected from neaside rear wheel bearing when rotated.

Pass 9 Feb 2013 32,625 miles

advise front washes weak

Pass 18 Feb 2012 30,345 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 28,042 miles

wipers starting to smear

Pass 6 Feb 2010 26,085 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 24,204 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 22,062 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 20,001 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 18,042 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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W248 VBH is a 2000 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W248 VBH, 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 W248 VBH registered?

W248 VBH is a 2000 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 24 March 2000.

Is W248 VBH safe to buy?

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