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S838 TNM

1999 Ford Fiest

Silver Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,950 mi
Last recorded86,950 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS838 TNM
MakeFord
ModelFiest
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2008 86,950 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 79,374 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 71,620 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2006 71,620 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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S838 TNM is a 1999 Ford Fiest in Silver with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S838 TNM, 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 27 years old, this Ford Fiest is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S838 TNM registered?

S838 TNM is a 1999 Ford Fiest, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is S838 TNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S838 TNM 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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