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DS02 GPE

2002 Ford Fiesta

Red Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

173,266 mi
Last recorded173,266 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 GPE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 173,266 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 164,285 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust rubbing on rear panel

Fail 19 Aug 2021 164,285 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust rubbing on rear panel

Pass 14 Aug 2020 159,906 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 159,232 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))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 155,309 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 144,278 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 130,870 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 118,626 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 118,626 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 107,773 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 92,881 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 73,857 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 53,064 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 39,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 39,648 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 36,264 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 36,264 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 29,961 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 27,561 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 23,656 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 23,650 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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DS02 GPE is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DS02 GPE, 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 DS02 GPE registered?

DS02 GPE is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is DS02 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS02 GPE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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