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KU51 VSZ

2001 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

29,745 mi
Last recorded29,745 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Ford Fiesta60,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU51 VSZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 29,745 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear wheel arches and sills corroding. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 29,704 miles

Rear sills and wheel arches corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2023 29,657 miles

Rear sill ends and wheel arches corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2022 29,610 miles

end of both rear sills and rear arches are corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2021 29,546 miles

corrosion to both rear inner sills and wheel arches

Pass 11 Sep 2020 29,393 miles

Both rear wheel arches corroded.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 29,155 miles

Both rear wheel arches corroded but ok at present.

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 28,675 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 28,106 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 27,679 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 27,253 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 26,803 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 26,803 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 26,300 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 25,696 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 24,823 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 24,087 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 23,573 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 23,071 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 22,126 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 21,096 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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KU51 VSZ is a 2001 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KU51 VSZ, 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

How do I check the history of KU51 VSZ?

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What year was KU51 VSZ registered?

KU51 VSZ is a 2001 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is KU51 VSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU51 VSZ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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