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P329 WHB

1997 Ford Fiest

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

14,713 mi
Last recorded14,713 miles
Recorded on12 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Ford Fiest66,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP329 WHB
MakeFord
ModelFiest
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2008 14,713 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 14,713 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2007 10,169 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 10,164 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 5,970 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the Ford Fiest?

Based on 601 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

62.1%
Pass Rate
5,779
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 66
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
Brake pipe excessively corroded 47
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28
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P329 WHB is a 1997 Ford Fiest in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Ford Fiest models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 66,294 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Fiest fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P329 WHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiest typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Fiest is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P329 WHB registered?

P329 WHB is a 1997 Ford Fiest, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P329 WHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P329 WHB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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