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YF51 VWC

2002 Ford Fiesta Courier

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

157,046 mi
Last recorded157,046 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Fiesta Courier93,609 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF51 VWC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta Courier
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 157,046 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 154,041 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 4 Nov 2015 154,041 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 153,150 miles

all metal brake pipes corroded

un der body corrosion

Fail 5 Nov 2014 153,150 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

all metal brake pipes corroded

un der body corrosion

Pass 24 Dec 2012 149,489 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 136,352 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 136,328 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 123,048 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 114,908 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 109,192 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 99,198 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 99,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 91,722 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 83,354 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta Courier?

Based on 148,052 MOT tests across 21,816 vehicles.

60.4%
Pass Rate
5,634
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
21,816
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 17,433
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 16,812
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,940
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,157
Registration plate lamp not working 10,452
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YF51 VWC is a 2002 Ford Fiesta Courier in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Ford Fiesta Courier models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 93,609 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta Courier fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 17,433 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YF51 VWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta Courier typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 24 years old, this Ford Fiesta Courier is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YF51 VWC registered?

YF51 VWC is a 2002 Ford Fiesta Courier, first registered on 16 January 2002.

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