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AO51 VHR

2001 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

67,777 mi
Last recorded67,777 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Ford Fiesta60,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 VHR
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 8 Mar 2017 67,777 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre outer sill area (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion both sides wheel arch areas (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 63,475 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 59,927 miles

gear box oil leak

Fail 20 Jan 2015 59,927 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

gear box oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2014 55,646 miles

both rear inner sills corroded/rusty,but not holed or excessive at time of test

Fail 15 Feb 2014 55,646 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear inner sills corroded/rusty,but not holed or excessive at time of test

Pass 7 Feb 2013 51,977 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

both front flexi brake hoses perishing

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

oil leak from engine

slight outer rim damage to n/s/f wheel

Fail 30 Jan 2013 51,955 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

both front flexi brake hoses perishing

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

oil leak from engine

slight outer rim damage to n/s/f wheel

Pass 20 Jan 2012 50,476 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 48,484 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 48,484 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Jan 2010 45,883 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 45,883 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 41,453 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 41,453 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 37,555 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 32,211 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 26,298 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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AO51 VHR is a 2001 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO51 VHR, 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 AO51 VHR registered?

AO51 VHR is a 2001 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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