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AV51 ZJE

2001 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

73,400 mi
Last recorded73,400 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Ford Fiesta60,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 ZJE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Jul 2024 73,400 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corrosion to floor within 30cm of passenger seat mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in inner sill near rear beam mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corrosion to structure within 30 cm of lower seat belt mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leak from downpipe to mid section join (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 70,280 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2022 66,957 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rocker cover leaking oil.

Pass 8 Apr 2021 66,441 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 66,220 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 64,898 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 63,371 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 61,713 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 59,764 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 57,807 miles

both rear brake pipes are greased

Pass 17 Dec 2013 55,687 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 53,623 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 51,140 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 48,701 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 46,220 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 43,400 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 40,976 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 38,125 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 34,414 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 ZJE is a 2001 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 ZJE, 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 AV51 ZJE registered?

AV51 ZJE is a 2001 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is AV51 ZJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 ZJE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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