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BT52 EFU

2002 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,187 mi
Last recorded97,187 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 EFU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 97,187 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank slightly loose neck (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 94,561 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 93,783 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded 2x both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

fuel neck corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2017 92,419 miles

Coolant leak engine bay ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Oct 2017 92,419 miles

Coolant leak engine bay ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 88,563 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2016 88,563 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

brake warning light staying on

Pass 30 Oct 2015 85,025 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 81,194 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2013 77,466 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 77,466 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 75,163 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 75,163 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 72,356 miles

o/s n/s front tyres wearing away from outer edges

Fail 11 Nov 2011 72,356 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s n/s front tyres wearing away from outer edges

Pass 16 Nov 2010 68,703 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 60,226 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 51,701 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 51,701 miles

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

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

ADVISE SMALL SCREW IN O/S REAR TYRE

Pass 25 Oct 2007 43,903 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 35,705 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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BT52 EFU is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BT52 EFU, 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 BT52 EFU registered?

BT52 EFU is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 21 December 2002.

Is BT52 EFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT52 EFU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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