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KG51 DRX

2001 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

76,177 mi
Last recorded76,177 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2001 Ford Fiesta60,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 DRX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2022 76,177 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 72,776 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 69,661 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 87,840 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 63,146 miles

Front and Rear number plates will soon need attention

Offside Front Shock top mounting worn

Fail 4 Dec 2018 63,146 miles

Front and Rear number plates will soon need attention

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Shock top mounting worn

Pass 6 Dec 2017 58,464 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 53,814 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust system is corroded

gearbox fluid leak

gearbox is noisey

spare tyre is flat

Pass 5 Dec 2015 48,793 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 48,793 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 43,105 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 43,105 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 39,625 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 36,180 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 32,069 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 28,328 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 21,339 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 14,092 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 7,689 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 6,048 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 5,230 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 DRX is a 2001 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 DRX, 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 DRX registered?

KG51 DRX is a 2001 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is KG51 DRX safe to buy?

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