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BL51 OCB

2002 Ford Fiesta

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

9,210 mi
Last recorded9,210 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL51 OCB
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 9,210 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 9,052 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2025 9,052 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2024 8,912 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2024 8,912 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 8,764 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 8,591 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 8,377 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 8,265 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 8,040 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 7,683 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 7,496 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 7,334 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 7,181 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 6,949 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 6,689 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 6,676 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 6,362 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 5,769 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 5,755 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 19 Jan 2011 5,748 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 5,339 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 5,077 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 4,145 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 3,410 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 3,098 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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BL51 OCB is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 BL51 OCB, 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 BL51 OCB registered?

BL51 OCB is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is BL51 OCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL51 OCB shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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