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DK52 ACV

2002 Ford Fiesta

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

164,150 mi
Last recorded164,150 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 ACV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2025 164,150 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 155,368 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2024 155,265 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 150,416 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 146,276 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2022 146,276 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 141,030 miles

rear axle rusty

Fail 17 Jun 2021 141,030 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

rear axle rusty

Pass 25 Jun 2020 138,432 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 131,247 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 120,953 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 115,865 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 115,865 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 109,874 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 105,046 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 100,409 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 95,544 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 90,150 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 84,662 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 79,553 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 74,202 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 67,991 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 59,523 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 48,556 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 46,599 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DK52 ACV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 DK52 ACV, 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 DK52 ACV registered?

DK52 ACV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is DK52 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK52 ACV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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