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KG51 BYV

2001 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,314 mi
Last recorded93,314 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Ford Fiesta60,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 BYV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2012 93,314 miles

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

both rear wheel arches corroded

front brake pads wearing low

front wheels dented

front/rear tyres - different sizes

fuel filter corroded

nsf tyre sidewall damaged

rear inner sills corroding

rear suspension top mounts worn

Fail 9 Aug 2012 93,312 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

both rear wheel arches corroded

front brake pads wearing low

front wheels dented

front/rear tyres - different sizes

fuel filter corroded

nsf tyre sidewall damaged

rear inner sills corroding

rear suspension top mounts worn

Pass 12 Aug 2011 89,281 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 89,281 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 78,436 miles

all tyres have low tread

Pass 2 Mar 2009 68,924 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 66,400 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 56,122 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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KG51 BYV is a 2001 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 60,777 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 KG51 BYV, 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 25 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KG51 BYV registered?

KG51 BYV is a 2001 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is KG51 BYV safe to buy?

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