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J281 MHF

1993 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,413 mi
Last recorded38,413 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2007
Typical for 1993 Ford Fiesta62,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ281 MHF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2007 38,413 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

nearside rear tyre perished

oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2007 38,413 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

nearside rear tyre perished

oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2006 33,436 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside rear tyre signs of wear

Pass 16 Aug 2005 31,997 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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J281 MHF is a 1993 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.5% with a typical mileage of 62,273 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 J281 MHF, 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 33 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J281 MHF registered?

J281 MHF is a 1993 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 20 January 1993.

Is J281 MHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J281 MHF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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