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DX52 VXT

2002 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,724 mi
Last recorded108,724 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 108,724 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 98,800 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside outer sill slightly damaged

Fail 30 Jul 2018 98,778 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside outer sill slightly damaged

Pass 24 Jul 2017 83,072 miles

centre/rear exhaust bracket broken but system still supported

nearside rear sill slightly damaged & slightly corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2016 73,101 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 73,081 miles

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

Power steering component(s) leaking from rack (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 64,371 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 54,823 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 44,589 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

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

Fail 19 Jul 2013 44,561 miles

Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 34,748 miles

nearside front tyre on legal limit on both edges

Pass 21 Jul 2011 24,432 miles

front number plate cracked

rear number plate slightly discoloured

Pass 28 Jul 2010 18,357 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 17,550 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 17,550 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 17,078 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 16,099 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 15,417 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 VXT is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DX52 VXT, 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 VXT registered?

DX52 VXT is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is DX52 VXT safe to buy?

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