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AF53 SSU

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,037 mi
Last recorded106,037 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 SSU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 106,037 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 106,037 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2024 106,009 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2024 105,991 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 99,084 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 99,029 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 90,428 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust bracket is corroded of at the rear

rear brake imbalance

Fail 4 Jul 2022 90,374 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust bracket is corroded of at the rear

Pass 9 Jul 2021 83,066 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front heavily cracking to tyre but can not see any cords

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 76,826 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 76,667 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 75,957 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 74,239 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 72,034 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Jun 2014 70,620 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 69,553 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 67,557 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 63,217 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 55,268 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 45,524 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 45,524 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 May 2008 33,019 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 28,924 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 26,976 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 SSU is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SSU, 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 AF53 SSU registered?

AF53 SSU is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is AF53 SSU safe to buy?

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