Ford Fiesta L (1987)
1987 Ford Fiesta L
CarHunch is tracking 26,322 1987 Ford Fiesta L vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
# 1987 Ford Fiesta L – MOT Analysis
This dataset is fundamentally unreliable: the 0% pass rate across all 26,322 vehicles analysed—both petrol and diesel variants—indicates these cars are either no longer in active circulation or the data has not captured valid MOT records. A 1987 Fiesta would now be 37 years old and statistically unlikely to still appear in significant numbers on UK roads, which explains why the median mileage and average failures show no usable information.
If you're considering a surviving example of this model, treat it as a classic or specialist purchase rather than a practical runabout, and have any example inspected by a marque-specialist mechanic before committing. The absence of modern MOT data means you cannot rely on historical test records to assess condition—your due diligence is entirely dependent on the individual vehicle's service history and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
We have 26,322 1987 Ford Fiesta L 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 1987 Ford Fiesta L
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.
Before you buy a Ford Fiesta L
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (94%) | 24,873 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (6%) | 1,448 | 0% | 0 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
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