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AD03 ECE

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

108,633 mi
Last recorded108,633 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 ECE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 108,633 miles

oil leak

coolent leak

Fail 27 Apr 2016 108,630 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

coolent leak

oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2015 102,355 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 98,362 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 98,362 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2013 94,272 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2013 94,272 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 83,442 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 83,405 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)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 94,725 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 94,725 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 27 Jan 2010 78,702 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside front tyre buld on outer edg

Pass 27 Jan 2010 78,702 miles

offside front tyre buld on outer edg

Pass 27 Jan 2009 58,998 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 58,998 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 53,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 51,018 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 45,791 miles

both front tyres worn low on edges

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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AD03 ECE is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2003 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 64,061 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD03 ECE, 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 23 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD03 ECE registered?

AD03 ECE is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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