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BU52 FTV

2002 Ford Fiesta

Green Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

109,380 mi
Last recorded109,380 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 FTV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2019 109,380 miles

under tray limitation

Fail 5 Oct 2019 109,380 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working front (3.5 (a))

under tray limitation

Pass 5 Oct 2018 101,129 miles

UNDER TRAY LIMITATIONS

Pass 2 Oct 2017 92,669 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 92,536 miles

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 89,868 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 83,763 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 83,762 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 80,244 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 73,874 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 68,532 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 68,532 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 62,447 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 59,984 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 52,966 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 52,966 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 47,226 miles

slight play in steering rack o/s

Fail 10 Dec 2007 47,226 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight play in steering rack o/s

Pass 11 Dec 2006 40,660 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 40,660 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2005 30,597 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 FTV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,398cc diesel 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 BU52 FTV, 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

How do I check the history of BU52 FTV?

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What year was BU52 FTV registered?

BU52 FTV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is BU52 FTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 FTV 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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