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DX52 VZC

2002 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

134,198 mi
Last recorded134,198 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 VZC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 134,198 miles

Coolant leak Radiator ()

Front brakes slightly imballanced, o/s low

Offside Rear brake slightly binding

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 134,197 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven o/s low (3.7.B.2)

Coolant leak Radiator ()

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brakes slightly imballanced, o/s low

Offside Rear brake slightly binding

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 123,400 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear tyre slightly perished on inner side wall

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Dec 2015 123,306 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective release lever snapped (8.4.2)

Centre Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located not on stop (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge worn to excess (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle rubbing on driveshaft (2.3.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 115,101 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre perished

rear tyres perished

Pass 4 Dec 2013 110,429 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, 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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f wheel binding

o/s/f tyre worn outer edge

Fail 4 Dec 2013 110,429 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, 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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f wheel binding

o/s/f tyre worn outer edge

Pass 3 Dec 2012 105,787 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 101,490 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 96,032 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 87,819 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 79,681 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 79,680 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 69,213 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 56,247 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 VZC is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VZC, 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 VZC registered?

DX52 VZC is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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