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AY52 AKU

2002 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

76,246 mi
Last recorded76,246 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 AKU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2017 76,246 miles

Offside Rear outer wheel arch rusted and outer sill starting to rust

Pass 27 Jan 2016 71,883 miles

offside rear outer wheel arch rusted

Pass 2 Feb 2015 63,436 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 54,124 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 49,506 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 47,122 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 47,122 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 45,352 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Spare tyre defective

both rear tyres starting to perish

o/s/f fog lamp not working

Fail 3 Feb 2011 45,352 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Spare tyre defective

both rear tyres starting to perish

o/s/f fog lamp not working

Pass 20 Nov 2009 44,563 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

o/s/f fog lamp not working

Pass 19 Nov 2008 37,891 miles

n/s/r tyre starting to perish

Pass 28 Aug 2007 31,009 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 24,773 miles

n/s/front lower driving lamp not working.

o/s/front lower suspension arm (rear fitted) voided rubber mounting bush shows some de- bonding.

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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AY52 AKU is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AY52 AKU, 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 AY52 AKU registered?

AY52 AKU is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is AY52 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY52 AKU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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