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AD53 OPN

2003 Ford Fiesta

White Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

181,100 mi
Last recorded181,100 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 OPN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2012 181,100 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 181,092 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2011 168,326 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 168,326 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Dampness around nearside rear shock absorber.

Pass 30 Nov 2010 152,804 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 129,155 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 129,155 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 107,099 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 81,141 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 51,361 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 OPN is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AD53 OPN, 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 OPN registered?

AD53 OPN is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is AD53 OPN safe to buy?

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