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BT51 RXN

2002 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

100,513 mi
Last recorded100,513 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 RXN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 100,513 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 100,513 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2017 96,991 miles

Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam Bushes (2.5.A.1a)

servie brake recoding too litle

Fail 20 Nov 2017 96,991 miles

Front Brake hose twisted Both (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam Bushes (2.5.A.1a)

servie brake recoding too litle

Pass 2 Dec 2016 949 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 94,926 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 82,942 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 68,913 miles

Nearside (seal) Body corrosion

Offside front (rear) Sussepenion arm rubber bush detriorated but not resulting in movement

Fail 4 Dec 2014 68,912 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 55,166 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 17 Dec 2013 55,166 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 41,227 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 37,246 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 32,920 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 29,174 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 25,637 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 22,060 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 17,382 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 11,789 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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BT51 RXN is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BT51 RXN, 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 BT51 RXN registered?

BT51 RXN is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 24 January 2002.

Is BT51 RXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT51 RXN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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