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BU52 FXT

2002 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,520 mi
Last recorded97,520 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 FXT
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2014 97,520 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 87,650 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 76,952 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Nov 2012 76,900 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Nov 2011 63,279 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 50,218 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 38,886 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 30,531 miles

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

knocking noise heard from rear suspect shocker internal fault no abnormal movement found at time of test

Pass 3 Dec 2007 20,945 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 20,935 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 Nov 2006 14,007 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 14,007 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2005 10,757 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2005 10,757 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 FXT is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FXT, 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 FXT?

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What year was BU52 FXT registered?

BU52 FXT is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 September 2002.

Is BU52 FXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 FXT shows 14 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.

Does BU52 FXT have outstanding finance?

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