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BU52 FTT

2002 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,021 mi
Last recorded65,021 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 FTT
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 65,021 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 56,510 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front + o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 53,058 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Jul 2019 53,047 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 46,606 miles

Front brake discs lipped

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + has flat spots on tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 46,606 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working When side lights are on (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front brake discs lipped

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + has flat spots on tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 39,985 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 28,488 miles

ADVISE geometry check due to adverse front tyre wear

front tyres wearing on inner edges

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 24 Jun 2015 17,520 miles

temp fuel cap fitted but the sealing type

Pass 24 Jun 2014 12,555 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 11,803 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 12 Jul 2013 11,803 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2012 11,212 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 10,234 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 9,373 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 9,373 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 8,549 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 7,851 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 7,167 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 6,146 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 FTT is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FTT, 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 FTT registered?

BU52 FTT is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is BU52 FTT safe to buy?

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