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DX52 DZV

2002 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

111,875 mi
Last recorded111,875 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 DZV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 111,875 miles

engine light on

expansion tank low

Fail 27 Sep 2016 111,871 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

engine light on

expansion tank low

Pass 23 Sep 2015 101,433 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (3.5.1i)

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

rear exhaust mount snapped, but system still supported

Fail 19 Sep 2015 101,433 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (3.5.1i)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear exhaust mount snapped, but system still supported

Pass 24 Sep 2014 94,377 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 93,739 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion to rear

engine oil leak

rear heat shield loose

Pass 25 Jun 2013 87,665 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 77,275 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 77,275 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 71,058 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 13 Jun 2011 71,058 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 21 Jun 2010 62,236 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 57,137 miles

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)

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 number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 5 Sep 2008 49,014 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 49,014 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 40,357 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 40,341 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 32,943 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 26,023 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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DX52 DZV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX52 DZV, 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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DX52 DZV is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 18 September 2002.

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