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AX51 NKF

2002 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,682 mi
Last recorded99,682 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX51 NKF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 99,682 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 98,826 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 98,826 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 98,487 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 98,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 98,286 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 98,286 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 97,897 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 97,897 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 97,460 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill panel slightly corroded

rear subframe bushes slightly worn

Fail 14 Jan 2021 97,460 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill panel slightly corroded

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

rear subframe bushes slightly worn

Pass 18 Jan 2020 97,072 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 95,297 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 93,105 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 93,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 89,666 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 82,698 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 73,419 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 63,866 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 48,798 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 44,481 miles

Coolant leak

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs scored and lipped

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 40,848 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 37,410 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 34,097 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 29,453 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 24,534 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 19,356 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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AX51 NKF is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AX51 NKF, 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 AX51 NKF registered?

AX51 NKF is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 2 February 2002.

Is AX51 NKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX51 NKF shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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