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AV51 ULU

2001 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,434 mi
Last recorded59,434 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Ford Fiesta60,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 ULU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 59,434 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL COVERED IN GREASE (1.1.11 (c))

Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 56,737 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 52,696 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 48,869 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 46,407 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 44,741 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 44,741 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 42,676 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 42,676 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 40,623 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 38,599 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 36,245 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 36,245 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 33,910 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 33,910 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2014 31,619 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 31,619 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 29,262 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 29,262 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 27,014 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 25,166 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 25,166 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 23,155 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 21,393 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 19,912 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 17,856 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 16,122 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 14,310 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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AV51 ULU is a 2001 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 AV51 ULU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV51 ULU registered?

AV51 ULU is a 2001 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is AV51 ULU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 ULU shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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