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BU52 FSD

2002 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

95,227 mi
Last recorded95,227 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 95,227 miles

Front Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 89,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged cut in outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 86,736 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened Nearside front anti-roll bar link slightly bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nearside rear wheel fitted with a winter tyre, unlike other 3 tyres

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Possible leak from sump tank seal. Oil level is below minimum requirement. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has significant travel. Recommend adjusting

Power steering fluid level below minimum Slight leak on power steering rack (2.1.5 (b) (i))

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

Fail 27 Jul 2022 86,715 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Offside rear fitted with 175/70/14, whilst nearside rear is fitted with 175/65/14 (correct size for vehicle) (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened Nearside front anti-roll bar link slightly bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nearside rear wheel fitted with a winter tyre, unlike other 3 tyres

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Possible leak from sump tank seal. Oil level is below minimum requirement. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has significant travel. Recommend adjusting

Power steering fluid level below minimum Slight leak on power steering rack (2.1.5 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 85,027 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 85,019 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 83,832 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Jul 2020 83,832 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 76,105 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 73,035 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 70,217 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 65,869 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 64,477 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

all factory covers fitted restricting view of testable items

nearside rear tyre worn on edge

offside rear indicator discolored

Pass 12 Sep 2014 60,791 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 60,791 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 50,391 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Sep 2012 43,683 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 43,683 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 38,389 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 38,389 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 34,331 miles

n/s front steering rack gator perished.

Pass 9 Sep 2009 29,769 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 24,581 miles

ADVISE N/S FRONT TYRE OUTTER EDGE IS WORN

Pass 5 Oct 2007 18,938 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 18 Sep 2007 18,935 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 15,069 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 FSD is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 BU52 FSD, 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 FSD registered?

BU52 FSD is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 13 September 2002.

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The MOT history for BU52 FSD shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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