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BX52 OVS

2002 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,483 mi
Last recorded40,483 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX52 OVS
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 40,483 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 40,025 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 39,135 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 39,134 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 38,339 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

brake pipes corroded

Fail 6 Sep 2022 38,339 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

brake pipes corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2021 37,445 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 37,445 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Showing White Light. (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 37,400 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 36,840 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 36,160 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 1 Sep 2017 35,267 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 34,776 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front hubs corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2015 34,295 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 33,894 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 33,577 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 33,159 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 32,246 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 30,420 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 29,501 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 29,501 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 26,904 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 24,156 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 20,630 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 OVS is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OVS, 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.

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What year was BX52 OVS registered?

BX52 OVS is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 4 September 2002.

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