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CX52 USM

2002 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

29,056 mi
Last recorded29,056 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 USM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 29,056 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 25,749 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 24,156 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 22,978 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 22,271 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 22,078 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 21,903 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 21,676 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 21,361 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 20,640 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 19,847 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 19,014 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 17,881 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 16,736 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 15,537 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 14,282 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 12,790 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 12,790 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 11,437 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 9,865 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 8,269 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 6,441 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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CX52 USM is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 CX52 USM, 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 CX52 USM registered?

CX52 USM is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 4 September 2002.

Is CX52 USM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 USM shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX52 USM have outstanding finance?

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