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BJ52 VEL

2002 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,407 mi
Last recorded81,407 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 VEL
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2015 81,407 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

off side front wheel slightley noisy

Pass 16 Mar 2015 81,407 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

off side front wheel slightley noisy

Pass 12 Mar 2014 76,776 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 72,990 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

driveshaft support bearing noisey

engine rattle

o/s/f ball joint dust cover started to split

wiper blades smear

Fail 2 Mar 2013 72,990 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on edges

driveshaft support bearing noisey

engine rattle

o/s/f ball joint dust cover started to split

wiper blades smear

Pass 25 Feb 2012 65,257 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 61,063 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 61,063 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 55,607 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 54,361 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 49,640 miles

both n/s tyre sidewalls rubbed and damaged

Pass 24 Oct 2007 44,841 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 39,382 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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BJ52 VEL is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BJ52 VEL, 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 BJ52 VEL registered?

BJ52 VEL is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is BJ52 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ52 VEL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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