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BD52 SMV

2002 Ford Fiesta

Red Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,088 mi
Last recorded54,088 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 SMV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 54,088 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 51,574 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 49,124 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 47,007 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 46,130 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 46,130 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 45,978 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 45,965 miles

rear exhaust outer skin holed

Pass 14 Nov 2018 45,901 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear exhaust box outer skin holed (no leaks)

Fail 14 Nov 2018 45,901 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear exhaust box outer skin holed (no leaks)

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 45,872 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 45,607 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 45,272 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 45,044 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 44,724 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 44,724 miles

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

n/s/r tyre split in tread

Fail 14 Nov 2012 44,437 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 44,437 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 43,909 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 43,063 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 41,767 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 36,869 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 32,064 miles

poss injector seal leaking

Pass 22 Nov 2006 24,927 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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BD52 SMV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BD52 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

How do I check the history of BD52 SMV?

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What year was BD52 SMV registered?

BD52 SMV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 November 2002.

Is BD52 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 SMV shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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