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AF53 NGU

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

83,027 mi
Last recorded83,027 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 83,027 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 80,238 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 76,918 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 74,536 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 72,388 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 70,800 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 69,138 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 67,156 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust hangar broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 2 Oct 2018 67,156 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust hangar broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 65,116 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 65,115 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Sep 2017 65,111 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 62,645 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 59,735 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 55,976 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 51,387 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 47,192 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 47,192 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 42,520 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 42,520 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 37,263 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 31,814 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 26,181 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 21,022 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2007 21,022 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 15,614 miles

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

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 NGU is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 NGU, 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 NGU registered?

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

Is AF53 NGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 NGU shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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