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1998 FORD FIESTA1.8L Diesel

S255 CTC

Vehicle Insight Summary

Free vehicle summary for S255 CTC: 1998 FORD FIESTA (White, Diesel). Mileage: 50,379. MOT: not recorded. Tax: untaxed.

MOT

Expired

Expires 26/03/2026

Tax

SORN

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Mileage: 50,379
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 1998
Engine: 1753cc

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/ 100 · Poor

Public record health check: Poor.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (67%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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Finance

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Salvage

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Scrapped

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Destruction

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Jul 2026, 19:21

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Ford Fiesta (S255 CTC) from 1998 show a total of 3 MOT tests between January 2024 and March 2025.

With 2 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 67%. A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

A total of 3 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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ADVISORY

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Buying Score

72/100

Risk Level

Medium

Est. Annual Cost

£600-£800

Mileage

The mileage is significantly below avera...

Our Verdict

A remarkably low-mileage classic diesel Fiesta, provided it has been recently maintained. While the mileage is impressive, the recent MOT failures indicate a history of deferred maintenance on suspension and braking components.

The primary draw of this vehicle is its exceptionally low mileage, but buyers must be wary of 'low-use syndrome' where rubber components and seals degrade regardless of distance driven. Check for a comprehensive service history to ensure the timing belt has been replaced based on years rather than mileage, given the age of the 1.7L diesel engine. Ask for evidence of regular fluid changes, which are non-negotiable for an older diesel engine.

During the inspection, pay close attention to the condition of the underbody. The MOT history shows past issues with corroded brake pipes and suspension units, suggesting the car may be susceptible to rust if not washed regularly. Ensure the recent 2025 failures—specifically the dangerous tyre, leaking shock, and split CV boot—have been rectified with high-quality parts rather than patches.

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