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FORD FIESTA1989 · 1.1L PETROL

F712 CAT

Vehicle Insight Summary

1989 FORD FIESTA — PETROL, 1117cc. This vehicle has unavailable miles on record. MOT status: no valid MOT. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT
Expired
Expires 04/01/2007
Tax
Untaxed
Expires 01/08/2006
Fuel
PETROL
Year
1989
Engine
1117cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 1989 Ford Fiesta has a single recorded MOT result from 2005, which showed it passed with no defects. This is over 20 years ago, meaning there is no recent evidence of its current mechanical condition. The vehicle’s recorded mileage of 60,402 miles makes it roughly 1,632 miles per year, which is very low for its age. This suggests either infrequent use or prolonged periods of inactivity, which can lead to issues like corrosion, fluid degradation, or component stiffness. Without additional MOT records or service history, it is impossible to determine whether the vehicle’s condition has worsened, remained stable, or improved over time. The lack of recent data means potential buyers cannot assess ongoing mechanical trends. The low mileage may indicate lighter wear on consumables like tyres or brakes, but it also raises concerns about possible deterioration from long-term storage or under-use. The vehicle’s age and mileage combination implies it may require careful inspection for signs of aging components, such as worn suspension bushes, brake wear, or electrical system faults. Corrosion in hidden areas, such as under the chassis or within body panels, could also be a risk. The absence of recent MOT failures does not confirm the vehicle is free of issues—only that no defects were recorded in 2005.

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45
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! No MOT history found
! Older vehicle
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No MOT history available

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