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BU52 ETK

2002 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

100,219 mi
Last recorded100,219 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 ETK
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 100,219 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 95,961 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 95,737 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed as marked (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

o/s/f/tyre wearing very badly on inner edge

Pass 21 Oct 2016 87,347 miles

n/s/f/coil spring fitted upside down

Fail 20 Oct 2016 87,339 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure as marked (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure as marked (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/f/coil spring fitted upside down

Pass 12 Nov 2015 81,577 miles

slight leak of exhaust gases at rear box

Fail 12 Nov 2015 81,577 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight leak of exhaust gases at rear box

Pass 7 Nov 2014 66,508 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 Nov 2014 66,508 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 64,512 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 64,512 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2013 48,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

brake warning light on

Pass 24 Jan 2013 48,239 miles

brake warning light on

Pass 14 Mar 2012 43,336 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2012 43,336 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 38,316 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 33,380 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 33,380 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Mar 2009 29,001 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 24,675 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

slight play in offside steering rack

Pass 29 Mar 2007 22,265 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 18,984 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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BU52 ETK is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU52 ETK, 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 BU52 ETK registered?

BU52 ETK is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is BU52 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 ETK shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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