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AF03 WFE

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,054 mi
Last recorded105,054 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 WFE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 105,054 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

engine noise

Pass 6 Apr 2022 100,111 miles

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

engine noise

Fail 30 Mar 2022 100,021 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 94,170 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 90,586 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 90,546 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 85,227 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 79,853 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 73,995 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 40,434 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 40,434 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 30,936 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 25,868 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 17,769 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 WFE is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 WFE, 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 WFE registered?

AF03 WFE is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is AF03 WFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 WFE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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