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AD03 VUE

2003 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,144 mi
Last recorded53,144 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VUE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 53,144 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Lower section of front bumper missing

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 53,016 miles

Offside Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear pipe leaking at joint near fuel tank (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Lower section of front bumper missing

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 45,050 miles

lower section of front bumper missing

Fail 25 Jun 2021 45,050 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

lower section of front bumper missing

Pass 11 May 2020 36,916 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2020 36,916 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2015 36,276 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 34,826 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 33,520 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 31,895 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 29,781 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 27,581 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 25,044 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 22,256 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 19,568 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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AD03 VUE is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AD03 VUE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD03 VUE registered?

AD03 VUE is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AD03 VUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 VUE shows 15 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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