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KS51 XUE

2001 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,776 mi
Last recorded37,776 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Ford Fiesta60,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS51 XUE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 37,776 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2025 37,547 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower wheel arch to sill(behind arch liner) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 30,547 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 24,264 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 18,821 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 17,141 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 17,129 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, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 16,926 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 16,926 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 16,627 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 16,033 miles

Nsr brake ferrule corroding.

Osr brake ferrule corroding.

Pass 11 Sep 2017 15,394 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 14,869 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 14,218 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 13,704 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 13,148 miles

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

all flexible brake hoses ferrules corroded,not excess

both front brake discs corroded inside lips

front brakes imbalance is 20%

offside front tyre worn outer edge,and surface perish cracks in areas

Pass 20 Sep 2012 12,296 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2012 12,296 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 11,669 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 11,191 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 10,410 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 9,799 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 9,387 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 8,925 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 8,925 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 XUE is a 2001 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XUE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS51 XUE registered?

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

Is KS51 XUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS51 XUE shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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