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DX52 FPE

2002 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

98,823 mi
Last recorded98,823 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 FPE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 98,823 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 98,819 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering component insecure Power Steering Hose (2.1.5 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Rear Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 95,574 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 92,750 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 90,742 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 90,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 86,210 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 82,105 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 72,643 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 65,135 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 60,111 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 19 May 2014 60,111 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 May 2013 56,043 miles

slight noise n/s/r w/bearing

Pass 21 May 2012 52,311 miles

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

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Fail 23 Apr 2012 52,308 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 6 May 2011 49,488 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2011 49,488 miles

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 11 May 2010 46,633 miles

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

offside front brake hose securing clip loose

Fail 11 May 2010 46,633 miles

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

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

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

offside front brake hose securing clip loose

Pass 14 May 2009 43,129 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 43,129 miles

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 May 2008 36,249 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 29,670 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 27,467 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 FPE is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2002 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 61,315 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DX52 FPE, 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 DX52 FPE registered?

DX52 FPE is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is DX52 FPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 FPE shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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