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BW51 AOJ

2002 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

49,686 mi
Last recorded49,686 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW51 AOJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 49,686 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 49,349 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement bottom rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement bottom rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front 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)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 45,879 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 42,091 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 42,091 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 38,469 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 36,183 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 31,926 miles

offside front tyre close to limits

Fail 19 Jan 2011 31,926 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre close to limits

Pass 20 Jan 2010 29,493 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 29,493 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 23,763 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 19,119 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 15,645 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 12,800 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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BW51 AOJ 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 BW51 AOJ, 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 BW51 AOJ registered?

BW51 AOJ is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 January 2002.

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