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BX52 EPV

2002 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

87,692 mi
Last recorded87,692 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX52 EPV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 87,692 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2026 87,692 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 78,323 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 71,056 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 71,040 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Stepped and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 64,764 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 64,366 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 63,824 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear tyres stepped inner edge

Pass 3 Aug 2020 63,252 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 62,051 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 60,315 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 57,924 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 55,464 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 52,121 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 49,409 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 45,886 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 42,889 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 39,186 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 35,620 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 31,879 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)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 27,704 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 22,986 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 18,863 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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BX52 EPV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 BX52 EPV, 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 BX52 EPV registered?

BX52 EPV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is BX52 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX52 EPV shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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