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AF53 UKM

2003 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

110,205 mi
Last recorded110,205 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UKM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 110,205 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 103,059 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 103,051 miles

Power steering component leaking oil leak stearing rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 98,782 miles

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

Offside Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 24 Jun 2016 93,221 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2016 93,124 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 85,462 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 77,878 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 77,878 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 68,788 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 59,655 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 51,126 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 43,323 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 35,647 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 27,666 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 19,719 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 19,719 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 11,428 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 UKM is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UKM, 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 UKM registered?

AF53 UKM is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is AF53 UKM safe to buy?

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