2002 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · DS51 KWC
2002 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 19 Feb 2002. Recorded mileage 63,987 miles. MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,987 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DS51 KWC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2026
- 63,987 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DS51 KWC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Ford Fiesta (DS51 KWC) between May 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
DS51 KWC Mileage History
- 21/05/202238,233 mi
- 06/07/202346,768 mi+8,535 mi
- 11/07/202458,253 mi+11,485 mi
- 22/10/202560,450 mi+2,197 mi
- 28/10/202663,987 mi+3,537 mi
Average of roughly 5,802 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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