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BU52 FUM

2002 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

103,255 mi
Last recorded103,255 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 FUM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 1 May 2018 103,255 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect the head light lens needs cleaning (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle the pipe catching the drive shaft (2.3.2)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 97,677 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm perishing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm perishing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm perishing (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Apr 2017 97,677 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm perishing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm perishing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm perishing (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 93,725 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 26 Apr 2016 93,725 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 91,007 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

o/s/r tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Pass 24 Apr 2014 88,419 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 85,466 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 85,465 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 May 2012 81,321 miles

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

engine managment light on intermitant

Fail 26 May 2012 81,321 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 12 May 2011 71,794 miles

high visibility stoplamp inoperative

Pass 29 May 2010 62,509 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 54,238 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 May 2008 40,904 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 72,173 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 38,631 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 33,240 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 33,240 miles

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

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

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 FUM is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 FUM, 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

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What year was BU52 FUM registered?

BU52 FUM is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is BU52 FUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 FUM shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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