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W278 NLE

2000 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

50,175 mi
Last recorded50,175 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 2000 Ford Fiesta64,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 NLE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 50,175 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 48,451 miles

Nearside Front fog not working

Fail 15 Jul 2021 48,451 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front fog not working

Pass 18 Aug 2020 47,858 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 41,641 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 39,769 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 38,587 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively N/S & O/S (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 37,445 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 36,108 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 36,108 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 34,944 miles

rear exhaust corrosion slightly

Pass 4 Apr 2013 33,569 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 32,185 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 30,811 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 30,811 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 29,323 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 27,024 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 24,761 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 22,843 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 21,117 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 21,117 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres cracking

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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W278 NLE is a 2000 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 W278 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 W278 NLE registered?

W278 NLE is a 2000 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 17 May 2000.

Is W278 NLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W278 NLE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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