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AE52 MDO

2002 Ford Fiesta

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,941 mi
Last recorded119,941 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 MDO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 119,941 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 112,510 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 104,835 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 95,757 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 95,717 miles

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 87,522 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 87,522 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2014 80,560 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 80,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 78,272 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 75,904 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Offside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 66,587 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2010 53,742 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 53,742 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 31 Jul 2009 43,629 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 43,629 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 31,790 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 31,788 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 26,186 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 18,410 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 10,416 miles

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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AE52 MDO is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 61,315 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 AE52 MDO, 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 24 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE52 MDO registered?

AE52 MDO is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 11 September 2002.

Is AE52 MDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 MDO shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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