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FORD FIESTA2018 · 1.0L Petrol

YP18 ABU

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2018 FORD FIESTA is a Petrol vehicle with a 998cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 51,622.

MOT
Expired
Expires 03/07/2026
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
998cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-06-30 at 51,622 miles recorded a pass with no defects, but this test occurred over 12 months prior to the current date. A prior fail on the same date at the same mileage also noted no defects, raising questions about the accuracy or completeness of the assessment. The 2024-07-04 tests at 43,932 miles similarly showed no defects, while the 2023-06-15 test at 30,358 miles was also passed without issues. The lack of recorded defects across multiple tests suggests either consistent compliance with standards or potential gaps in inspection rigor. However, the absence of any structural, suspension, or braking issues in the record does not confirm the vehicle’s mechanical integrity, as the data may not reflect underlying wear. The mileage progression shows a steady accumulation of 6,453 miles annually, aligning with the vehicle’s age. Notably, the 2023-06-15 test at 30,358 miles to the 2024-07-04 test at 43,932 miles represents a 13,574-mile increase in 13 months, exceeding the average. This rapid mileage could accelerate wear on components like brake discs, suspension bushes, and exhaust systems. The 2025-06-30 test at 51,622 miles, however, did not flag any issues, suggesting either effective maintenance or incomplete testing. The sparse defect data limits confidence in the vehicle’s long-term reliability, particularly given the lack of recent MOT updates. A buyer should prioritize an independent inspection of the suspension system, focusing on worn bushes or coil springs, and verify brake disc thickness and caliper function, as these are common wear points. The exhaust system and corrosion in body seams should also be checked, as they are often overlooked in MOTs. The absence of recorded structural rust or frame damage is positive, but the vehicle’s age and mileage warrant scrutiny of its underbody and chassis. Given the limited MOT data, a professional mechanical survey is strongly recommended to confirm the vehicle’s condition beyond the recorded tests.

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48
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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 7/5/2026, 1:00:02 AM

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-06-30 at 51,622 miles recorded a pass with no defects, but this test occurred over 12 months prior to the current date. A prior fail on the same date at the same mileage also noted no defects, raising questions about the accuracy or completeness of the assessment. The 2024-07-04 tests at 43,932 miles similarly showed no defects, while the 2023-06-15 test at 30,358 miles was also passed without issues. The lack of recorded defects across multiple tests suggests either consistent compliance with standards or potential gaps in inspection rigor. However, the absence of any structural, suspension, or braking issues in the record does not confirm the vehicle’s mechanical integrity, as the data may not reflect underlying wear. The mileage progression shows a steady accumulation of 6,453 miles annually, aligning with the vehicle’s age. Notably, the 2023-06-15 test at 30,358 miles to the 2024-07-04 test at 43,932 miles represents a 13,574-mile increase in 13 months, exceeding the average. This rapid mileage could accelerate wear on components like brake discs, suspension bushes, and exhaust systems. The 2025-06-30 test at 51,622 miles, however, did not flag any issues, suggesting either effective maintenance or incomplete testing. The sparse defect data limits confidence in the vehicle’s long-term reliability, particularly given the lack of recent MOT updates. A buyer should prioritize an independent inspection of the suspension system, focusing on worn bushes or coil springs, and verify brake disc thickness and caliper function, as these are common wear points. The exhaust system and corrosion in body seams should also be checked, as they are often overlooked in MOTs. The absence of recorded structural rust or frame damage is positive, but the vehicle’s age and mileage warrant scrutiny of its underbody and chassis. Given the limited MOT data, a professional mechanical survey is strongly recommended to confirm the vehicle’s condition beyond the recorded tests.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Ford Fiesta (YP18 ABU) from 2018 show a total of 5 MOT tests between June 2023 and June 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.

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