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AD53 KNU

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

93,291 mi
Last recorded93,291 miles
Recorded on11 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 KNU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2021 93,291 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 May 2021 93,291 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 85,596 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 85,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 71,667 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 4 Dec 2017 67,745 miles

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

brake pipe greased

Pass 21 Dec 2016 64,264 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 60,149 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 55,704 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 49,901 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 44,011 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

FRONT PADS BECOMING LOW

Pass 21 Dec 2011 39,048 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 33,959 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 28,020 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 23,109 miles

Advise both front tyre wearing low on outer edges

Pass 29 Dec 2007 18,773 miles

uneven wear on both front tyres

Pass 28 Dec 2006 13,878 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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AD53 KNU is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AD53 KNU, 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 AD53 KNU registered?

AD53 KNU is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AD53 KNU safe to buy?

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