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AP02 AEL

2002 Ford Fiesta

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

35,565 mi
Last recorded35,565 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 AEL
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 35,565 miles

all brake and suspension components quite badly rusted but functioning properly

Pass 23 May 2016 34,767 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 33,564 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 33,564 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2014 32,470 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 31,472 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 30,140 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 28,869 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 27,388 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 25,874 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 22,528 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 19,429 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2006 15,510 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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AP02 AEL is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AP02 AEL, 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 AP02 AEL registered?

AP02 AEL is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is AP02 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP02 AEL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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