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BX52 ZBO

2002 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

60,253 mi
Last recorded60,253 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX52 ZBO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2025 60,253 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 59,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 57,600 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 55,142 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 51,501 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 45,881 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 40,812 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 34,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 28,431 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 24,570 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 21,224 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 19,695 miles

advise os nsr brake pipes

Pass 22 Aug 2013 16,706 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 13,309 miles

wish bones bushes perished

Pass 17 Sep 2010 12,428 miles

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

dampness to pas pump and pipes

Pass 17 Sep 2009 11,417 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 9,987 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 8,626 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 7,221 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 5,679 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 ZBO is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 ZBO, 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 ZBO registered?

BX52 ZBO is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 18 September 2002.

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