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BN52 XML

2002 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,669 mi
Last recorded60,669 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 XML
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 60,669 miles

E.M.L. Lit on dash.

Pass 3 Oct 2016 56,210 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2016 56,185 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 50,060 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

co / just in tolerance

m.i.l. on

Pass 20 Oct 2014 45,630 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 44,297 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 42,934 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 41,380 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 41,372 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 39,214 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 35,467 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 30,785 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 30,776 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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 13 Sep 2007 25,797 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 25,797 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 20,813 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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BN52 XML is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN52 XML, 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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What year was BN52 XML registered?

BN52 XML is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 21 September 2002.

Is BN52 XML safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 XML shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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