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BU52 VDY

2002 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

128,601 mi
Last recorded128,601 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 VDY
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2016 128,601 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2015 121,403 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Mar 2015 121,256 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2014 116,551 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 113,929 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

engine managment light on. slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing.

Pass 4 Apr 2012 111,382 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 107,751 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 107,751 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Apr 2010 97,402 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 97,402 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 85,566 miles

near side front bumper damaged

Pass 2 Apr 2008 77,340 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

various light corrosion underbody various bushes slight wear various components light corrosion rear brake balance could be better

Pass 24 Jul 2007 65,713 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 46,323 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 46,323 miles

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

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 VDY is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VDY, 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 VDY registered?

BU52 VDY is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is BU52 VDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 VDY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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