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AF03 XAJ

2003 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

127,268 mi
Last recorded127,268 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 XAJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 127,268 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit strongly advised (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brakes efficiency slightly low

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2015 121,245 miles

Offside Rear brakes efficiency slightly low

oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2014 115,872 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jan 2014 109,721 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 99,498 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 90,958 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 14 Jan 2011 82,541 miles

bafles in rear box deteriated

rear reg plate deteriated

small chips on screen

Pass 11 Jan 2010 73,843 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 63,622 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 54,142 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2007 54,134 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 43,739 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 31,755 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 XAJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XAJ, 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 XAJ registered?

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

Is AF03 XAJ safe to buy?

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