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BU52 FXM

2002 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,475 mi
Last recorded57,475 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 FXM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 57,475 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 57,371 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 55,819 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 53,280 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 50,306 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 47,272 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 44,147 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 41,304 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 38,719 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear no plate faded

slight play in o/s/f steering arm

small chips in screen

Pass 18 Oct 2012 38,719 miles

rear no plate faded

slight play in o/s/f steering arm

small chips in screen

Fail 18 Oct 2011 35,892 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 35,892 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 32,894 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 29,785 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 29,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 26,358 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 26,358 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2007 22,170 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 18,031 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 13,241 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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 FXM is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,299cc 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 FXM, 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 FXM?

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What year was BU52 FXM registered?

BU52 FXM is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is BU52 FXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 FXM shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU52 FXM have outstanding finance?

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