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AP02 BHJ

2002 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

87,114 mi
Last recorded87,114 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 BHJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2023 87,114 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 85,294 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 82,607 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 80,313 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 74,583 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 70,670 miles

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 May 2017 67,348 miles

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear brake pipes covered with grease

Pass 11 May 2016 64,105 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Near side rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Offside rear (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 12 May 2015 61,132 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2015 61,132 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 58,871 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 May 2013 56,533 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 55,308 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 54,075 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 52,615 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 48,203 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 May 2009 48,203 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 41,083 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 33,724 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 25,365 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 BHJ is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BHJ, 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.

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AP02 BHJ is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 14 June 2002.

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