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AY52 SMV

2002 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

65,647 mi
Last recorded65,647 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2022
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 SMV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2022 65,647 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 64,239 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 61,944 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 61,590 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 60,974 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 60,392 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 60,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 59,613 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 58,715 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 57,630 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 56,260 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 55,805 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 55,805 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 54,856 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 54,856 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2010 50,354 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 43,430 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 37,750 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 31,254 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 31,254 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 26,090 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 26,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 SMV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 SMV, 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 SMV registered?

AY52 SMV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is AY52 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY52 SMV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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