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AF53 LHT

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,074 mi
Last recorded68,074 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 LHT
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 68,074 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 68,074 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 54,301 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 48,071 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 40,871 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front tyre cracling

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 28 Jul 2014 37,332 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 33,540 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 30,450 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 26,762 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 26,762 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 22,686 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 18,615 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 13,801 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 9,156 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 6,152 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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AF53 LHT is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AF53 LHT, 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 AF53 LHT registered?

AF53 LHT is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AF53 LHT safe to buy?

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