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AD51 VMW

2001 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

105,611 mi
Last recorded105,611 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Ford Fiesta60,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 VMW
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2020 105,611 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear beam bushes wearing

rear metal brake pipes corroding

rear seat belts slow to return

rear wheel arches corroding

Pass 26 Oct 2019 102,669 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security axle beam mounting areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 99,836 miles

Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached slightly loose (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge is on 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle beam front mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 96,889 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 20 Oct 2017 96,875 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill near seat belt mount (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 93,705 miles

check tracking

rear axle beam front mountain areas starting to corrode

tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 26 Oct 2015 88,888 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 81,556 miles

front wishbone rear bushes condition

rear wheel arches starting to corrode

slight lift front top mounts

slight oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2013 74,756 miles

f tyresclose to legal limit

slight play in o/s top mount

Fail 17 Oct 2013 74,756 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

discs condition

f pads low

f tyresclose to legal limit

slight play in o/s top mount

Pass 22 Oct 2012 68,725 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 62,504 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 61,254 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

no reverse light

rear wiper

Pass 27 Oct 2010 57,710 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 53,611 miles

n/s/f tyre close to limt

Pass 13 Oct 2008 48,097 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 43,908 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Oct 2007 43,908 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 36,290 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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AD51 VMW is a 2001 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 60,777 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD51 VMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 25 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD51 VMW registered?

AD51 VMW is a 2001 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is AD51 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 VMW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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