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AP02 FVD

2002 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

86,103 mi
Last recorded86,103 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 FVD
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 86,103 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 78,185 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective front of silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Road wheel slightly distorted all 4 wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 67,899 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 59,684 miles

Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both shock absorber mounting nuts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear service brake only just met the requirements

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sharp shingle cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn beam axle mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner side/small cuts (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 59,684 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed several cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both shock absorber mounting nuts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sharp shingle cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn beam axle mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner side/small cuts (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 55,063 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2020

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre of tread on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2019

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes either greased or lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s worn and inner faces pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread at 3mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 18 Jul 2019

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes either greased or lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s worn and inner faces pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread at 3mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 46,172 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 46,172 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 38,838 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 34,076 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 32,716 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 30,332 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 28,331 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 26,447 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 24,498 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 22,407 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 20,773 miles

Rear registration plate poor condition

Pass 24 Jun 2008 18,910 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 16,086 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 13,550 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 FVD is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FVD, 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 FVD is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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