2000 Ford Fiesta 1.8L Diesel · X901 GAJ
2000 Ford Fiesta (1.8L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2000. Recorded mileage 80,510 miles. MOT expired on 12 Oct 2010.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Oct 2010
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Apr 2011)
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,510 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
X901 GAJ Key Findings
- 7 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/09/2009
- 80,510 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X901 GAJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
7 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Ford Fiesta (X901 GAJ) between October 2006 and September 2009.
The record contains 4 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 25 September 2009 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)”; “Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”.
X901 GAJ Mileage History
- 09/10/200650,476 mi
- 09/10/200650,476 mi
- 09/10/200762,972 mi+12,496 mi
- 09/10/200762,972 mi
- 02/10/200873,461 mi+10,489 mi
- 24/09/200985,432 mi+11,971 mi
- 25/09/200980,510 mi-4,922 mi
Average of roughly 10,138 miles per year across 7 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Ford Ford Fiesta Mk5 (BE91 facelift)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (X901 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as X901GAJ.
FORD
MONDEO
KIA
SPORTAGE
IVECO
LDV
CONVOY
TRIUMPH
SPRINT
LAND ROVER
DISCOVERY
SUZUKI
GSF600
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
FIAT
DUCATO
MORGAN
4/4
FORD
FIESTA
HONDA
VFR800 FI
FORD FIESTA Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2000 model year cars.
- Coil Pack and HT Lead MisfireModerate
Later small-capacity Zetec-SE petrols commonly develop misfires from tired coil packs, leads or plugs, especially after damp weather or deferred servicing.
- Front Wishbone Bush and Drop Link WearModerate
By now most Mk5s have been through multiple sets of front suspension parts, and worn bushes or links make the steering feel loose and noisy.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.