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P142 TGN

1997 Ford Fiesta Courier

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,132 mi
Last recorded100,132 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Ford Fiesta Courier50,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP142 TGN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta Courier
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2008 100,132 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 90,239 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 79,480 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta Courier?

Based on 148,052 MOT tests across 21,816 vehicles.

60.4%
Pass Rate
5,634
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
21,816
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 17,433
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 16,812
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,940
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,157
Registration plate lamp not working 10,452
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P142 TGN is a 1997 Ford Fiesta Courier in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ford Fiesta Courier models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.1% with a typical mileage of 50,422 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta Courier fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 17,433 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P142 TGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta Courier typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Fiesta Courier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P142 TGN?

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What year was P142 TGN registered?

P142 TGN is a 1997 Ford Fiesta Courier, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is P142 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P142 TGN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P142 TGN have outstanding finance?

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