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DE52 VVA

2002 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

79,384 mi
Last recorded79,384 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 VVA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 79,384 miles

Nearside Front Inner wing corroded

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle at nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 78,249 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

nearside and offside rear lower shock absorber lower mountings corroded

rear axle corroded around front mountings

Fail 17 Oct 2024 78,249 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

nearside and offside rear lower shock absorber lower mountings corroded

rear axle corroded around front mountings

Pass 23 Oct 2023 76,805 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 75,183 miles

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

battery tray corroded

Pass 5 Oct 2021 73,384 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 71,157 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 71,157 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2019 69,021 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 67,338 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 65,518 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 65,518 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 62,880 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 59,511 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 55,831 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 55,831 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2013 51,815 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 51,815 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 48,528 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 45,389 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 45,389 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 41,020 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2010 41,018 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 39,712 miles

both rear tyres wearing close to limits on edges and sidewalls starting to perish

Pass 20 Apr 2009 37,112 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2008 34,458 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 34,458 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 31,449 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 26,802 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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DE52 VVA is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 DE52 VVA, 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 DE52 VVA registered?

DE52 VVA is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is DE52 VVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE52 VVA shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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