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W257 TVF

2000 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

33,521 mi
Last recorded33,521 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2000 Ford Fiesta64,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW257 TVF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 33,521 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 33,327 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 33,327 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Central Non obligatory mirror damaged missing ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 32,995 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 32,301 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 31,485 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 30,387 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 30,385 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 29,280 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 28,048 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 26,812 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 25,570 miles

n/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush spliting

Pass 10 Jun 2009 24,331 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 22,793 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 22,793 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 21,153 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 19,385 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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W257 TVF is a 2000 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 W257 TVF, 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 W257 TVF registered?

W257 TVF is a 2000 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 5 July 2000.

Is W257 TVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W257 TVF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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