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EA02 KNU

2002 Ford Fiesta

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

167,991 mi
Last recorded167,991 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta61,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA02 KNU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 167,991 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 163,979 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 156,193 miles

offside front indicator discoloured

oil leak

Fail 26 Jan 2018 156,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/55/15 (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut fractured top mount broken (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. steel rim fitted 185/65/14 - all other wheels are alloy 195/55/15 - spare tyre is a space saver (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no noise from motor (8.2.3)

offside front indicator discoloured

offside front side light dim

oil leak

Pass 5 Dec 2016 152,364 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 152,363 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 147,972 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2014 146,310 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 146,286 miles

Outer Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 140,870 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 136,015 miles

Rear bumper slightly damaged

Pass 19 Sep 2011 132,060 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 121,882 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 108,937 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Aug 2009 108,937 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 98,832 miles

Adv, Full brake inspection, Slight front brake imbalance, n/s/r wheel rim distorted, Tracking check.

Fail 17 Sep 2008 98,746 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Strongly adv, O/S/F Suspension leg damp, Full brake inspection, n/s/r wheel distorted, Front brakes imbalanced.

Pass 25 Sep 2007 88,394 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 88,394 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 78,217 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 78,217 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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EA02 KNU is a 2002 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 EA02 KNU, 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 EA02 KNU registered?

EA02 KNU is a 2002 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 8 July 2002.

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