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BK52 VLZ

2002 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

109,186 mi
Last recorded109,186 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK52 VLZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 109,186 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2023 109,186 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 105,926 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 102,701 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 102,701 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 99,891 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 99,890 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 94,820 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 94,819 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2018 87,652 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 80,018 miles

Coolant leak expansion tank ()

Fail 2 Oct 2017 80,006 miles

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

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

Coolant leak expansion tank ()

Pass 21 Sep 2016 73,783 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 70,234 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 66,319 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 63,666 miles

Nearside rear tyre side wall cracked but not to cords

Fail 24 Sep 2012 61,686 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

offside rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 24 Sep 2012 61,686 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

offside rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 21 Sep 2011 58,276 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 54,780 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 51,936 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 49,353 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 45,733 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in offside front tyre

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 45,733 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 11 Sep 2006 41,301 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 36,682 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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BK52 VLZ is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 BK52 VLZ, 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 BK52 VLZ registered?

BK52 VLZ is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is BK52 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK52 VLZ shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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