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KS51 XBK

2001 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

144,547 mi
Last recorded144,547 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Ford Fiesta60,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS51 XBK
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 144,547 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 142,787 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 139,445 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)

offside rear parking brake recording little effort

Pass 28 Oct 2015 132,756 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 125,334 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2014 125,303 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 118,041 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 111,067 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2011 104,791 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 98,235 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 91,336 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 91,262 miles

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

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

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

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

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 84,023 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 76,668 miles

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

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

engine top cover insecure

Pass 10 Jun 2006 69,299 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 69,298 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

brake fluid high

rear number plate poor

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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KS51 XBK is a 2001 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KS51 XBK, 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 KS51 XBK registered?

KS51 XBK is a 2001 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is KS51 XBK safe to buy?

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