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KJ51 VLU

2001 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,126 mi
Last recorded119,126 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 Ford Fiesta60,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ51 VLU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2022 119,126 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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

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

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

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside wing mirror loose

Pass 19 Oct 2021 114,699 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2020 112,240 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 111,876 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 108,119 miles

Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 104,811 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 101,199 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs in poor condition on inner edge

nearside inner sill by axle slightly corroded

offside inner sill by axle slightly corroded

Fail 23 Jun 2015 95,768 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 95,768 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 88,919 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 80,172 miles

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 80,172 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 75,132 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 66,903 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 54,405 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 47,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 47,214 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 38,515 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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KJ51 VLU is a 2001 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KJ51 VLU, 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 KJ51 VLU registered?

KJ51 VLU is a 2001 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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