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BU52 SSK

2002 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

113,329 mi
Last recorded113,329 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 SSK
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 113,329 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 90,874 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 90,799 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres bald on inner edges 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 82,592 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 74,677 miles

Between engine and gear box has a light misting of oil

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 70,212 miles

Oil leak slight ()

Pass 25 Jan 2016 66,579 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 66,560 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2015 64,398 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/f tyre cracking

Pass 25 Jan 2014 61,069 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 56,525 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 52,922 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 45,732 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 39,190 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 33,229 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 27,549 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 27,549 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 23,711 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 18,637 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 SSK is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 SSK, 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 SSK registered?

BU52 SSK is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 19 December 2002.

Is BU52 SSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 SSK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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