Ford Fiesta Ghia (1986)
1986 Ford Fiesta Ghia
CarHunch is tracking 11,387 1986 Ford Fiesta Ghia vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1986 Ford Fiesta Ghia is not roadworthy — a 0% first-time pass rate against the 80% UK average is a decisive red flag, meaning every single one of the 11,387 vehicles tested failed its MOT. The zero dangerous defects recorded suggests failures are spread across multiple minor systems rather than one critical safety issue, but that's cold comfort when nothing on these cars passes inspection.
These Fiestas are now 38 years old and long past their practical life; the absence of mileage data and advisories in the records points to vehicles that are either barely driven or have become unsuitable for road use altogether. If you're considering one as a classic or restoration project, budget heavily for a full mechanical overhaul before even attempting an MOT test.
We have 11,387 1986 Ford Fiesta Ghia vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1986 Ford Fiesta Ghia
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 11,371 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 16 | 0% | 0 |
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