Ford Fiesta LX Zetec (1999)
1999 Ford Fiesta LX Zetec
CarHunch is tracking 493 1999 Ford Fiesta LX Zetec vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1999 Ford Fiesta LX Zetec is in dire condition on test: only 1.9% pass first time against the UK average of 80%, meaning virtually every example needs repairs before it can legally stay on the road. No dangerous defects are recorded, which is the only positive, but with a median CarHunch score of 50 and zero advisories logged across 493 vehicles, these cars are simply too old and worn to be reliable transport.
At an average mileage of 75,350 for a 25-year-old car, these Fiestas have covered reasonable distances, but age rather than mileage is the real problem here. If you're looking at one, treat it as a project car or parts donor only—budget for substantial repair costs immediately, and don't expect it to pass its next MOT without significant work on brakes, suspension, and emissions.
We have 493 1999 Ford Fiesta LX Zetec vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.
What to check before buying a 1999 Ford Fiesta LX Zetec
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 LX Zetec
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (97%) | 477 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (3%) | 15 | 63.8% | 0.87 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
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