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DX52 VYH

2002 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

105,289 mi
Last recorded105,289 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 VYH
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 105,289 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 95,862 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 85,138 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 13 Jan 2020 76,710 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under body and engine covers fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2019 69,041 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 67,641 miles

Rear tyres have cracks in sidewalls.

Pass 7 Oct 2016 66,021 miles

N/s/r tyre has cracks in sidewall.

Pass 13 Oct 2015 64,431 miles

Cracks in n/s/r tyre sidewall.

Thorne in n/s/f tyre sidewall

Pass 16 Oct 2014 62,514 miles

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 9 Oct 2013 60,567 miles

N/s wiper blade split but clears screen.

Pass 4 Oct 2012 58,523 miles

Oil leak

Road springs corroded.

brake pipes corroded.

Pass 6 Oct 2011 56,079 miles

Mist of oil on p.a.s rack.

Slight corrosion brake pipes.

Wipers starting to smear screen.

Pass 19 Oct 2010 53,544 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 48,401 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 48,401 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 40,923 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 33,386 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 25,443 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 19,134 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 VYH is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VYH, 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 VYH registered?

DX52 VYH is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 11 September 2002.

Is DX52 VYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 VYH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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