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AD53 PKC

2003 Ford Fiesta

White Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

152,256 mi
Last recorded152,256 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 152,256 miles

corrosion to brake pipes

rear axle bushes have wear and play

slight play in front anti roll bar linkages

Fail 22 Jun 2015 152,256 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

corrosion to brake pipes

nearside front and offside rear tyres are worn low, perrished and cracked 195/45/16

rear axle bushes have wear and play

slight play in front anti roll bar linkages

Pass 25 Jun 2014 144,541 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

all brake pipes rusty

exhaust system corroded

Fail 18 Jun 2014 144,535 miles

Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

all brake pipes rusty

exhaust system corroded

Pass 15 May 2013 138,573 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 131,722 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 131,719 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 119,376 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 99,499 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 83,158 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 60,079 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 60,079 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 34,314 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 PKC is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 PKC, 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 PKC registered?

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

Is AD53 PKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 PKC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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