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AF03 RUJ

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

22,427 mi
Last recorded22,427 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 RUJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 22,427 miles

All suspension components corroded but not considered excessive

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 21,913 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 21,732 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 21,568 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 21,257 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 21,148 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 21,096 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 21,096 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 20,764 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 20,569 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 20,382 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 20,382 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside rear outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 20,123 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 19,762 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 19,306 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 19,038 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 18,176 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 17,589 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 17,026 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 15,647 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 13,634 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 11,585 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 9,055 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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AF03 RUJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 AF03 RUJ, 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 AF03 RUJ registered?

AF03 RUJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is AF03 RUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 RUJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF03 RUJ have outstanding finance?

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