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BT51 BDF

2001 Ford Fiest

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,224 mi
Last recorded52,224 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 BDF
MakeFord
ModelFiest
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2008 52,224 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 47,466 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 35,151 miles

Advise front brake discs getting thin.

How Reliable is the Ford Fiest?

Based on 601 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

62.1%
Pass Rate
5,779
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 66
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
Brake pipe excessively corroded 47
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28
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BT51 BDF is a 2001 Ford Fiest in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Fiest fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT51 BDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiest typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 25 years old, this Ford Fiest is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT51 BDF registered?

BT51 BDF is a 2001 Ford Fiest, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is BT51 BDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT51 BDF shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BT51 BDF have outstanding finance?

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