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BG51 OYB

2002 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

28,066 mi
Last recorded28,066 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 OYB
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 28,066 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nearside rear wheel arch corroded

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened sub frame assembly slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 27,493 miles

Nearside rear wheel arch corroded.

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Jul 2022 27,493 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside rear wheel arch corroded.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 26,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm perishing/ cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm perishing/ cracking. Nail (5.2.3 (e))

oil misting around A/C pipes & sump

Fail 21 Jul 2021 26,586 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm perishing/ cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm perishing/ cracking. Nail (5.2.3 (e))

oil misting around A/C pipes & sump

Pass 31 Jul 2020 25,496 miles

Both rear tyres cracking

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2020 25,495 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Both rear tyres cracking

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 24,110 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 24,049 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 22,104 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 21,184 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 20,338 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 19,610 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jan 2015 19,604 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2014 18,840 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 18,055 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 16,968 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 16,124 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 15,303 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 14,293 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 13,212 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 12,118 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 10,958 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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BG51 OYB is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 BG51 OYB, 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.

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BG51 OYB is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 January 2002.

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