MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : Ford : Fiesta : 1996

Ford Fiesta 1996

Tests: 366

Pass rate: 57.1%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting.5.3.6(a)(i)Major23%
2Brakes out of balance across an axle.1.2.1(b)(i)Major18%
3Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn.5.3.4(a)(i)Major17%
4Seat belt load bearing structure strength significantly reduced near an anchorage point.7.1.1(a)(i)Major15%
5Constant velocity joint boot missing, split, insecure or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt.6.1.7(g)(ii)Major14%
6Brake efficiency below minimum requirement.1.2.2(a)(i)Major13%
7Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.1.4.2(a)(i)Major12%
8Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid.3.5(a)Major11%
9Headlamp aim outwith limits.4.1.2(a)Major10%
10Exhaust system leaking or insecure.6.1.2(a)Major8%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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