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AF53 LZG

2003 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,418 mi
Last recorded37,418 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 LZG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 37,418 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 34,118 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 34,042 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Steering rack pipe (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 33,569 miles

Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 33,142 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 32,897 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 31,937 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 31,216 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 30,349 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 29,166 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 28,208 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 27,136 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 26,133 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 24,490 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 29 Jun 2012 23,289 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 23,289 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 21,846 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 20,301 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 20,301 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 19,064 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 17,060 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 14,870 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 13,183 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 13,181 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 LZG is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LZG, 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 LZG registered?

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

Is AF53 LZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 LZG shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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