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AF03 UYU

2003 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

119,068 mi
Last recorded119,068 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 UYU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 119,068 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 119,068 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 117,416 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 117,416 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 114,754 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 110,275 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 107,392 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 104,238 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 101,197 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 101,197 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 98,070 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 98,070 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Mar 2013 95,402 miles

CHILDSEAT FITTED IN NSR - BELT NOT CHECKED

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

OSR TYRE APPROACHING 1.6MM DEPTH

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER - BODY HEATSHIELD INSECURE

Pass 25 Mar 2013 95,402 miles

CHILDSEAT FITTED IN NSR - BELT NOT CHECKED

OSR TYRE APPROACHING 1.6MM DEPTH

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER - BODY HEATSHIELD INSECURE

Pass 14 Mar 2012 90,456 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 86,120 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 73,307 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 73,307 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 60,462 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 48,979 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 37,862 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 37,862 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 27,247 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 UYU is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 AF03 UYU, 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 AF03 UYU registered?

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

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