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AJ03 ETA

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,378 mi
Last recorded118,378 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 ETA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 118,378 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 118,378 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 Jun 2017 117,724 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 11,380 miles

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES +REAR TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

Fail 31 May 2016 113,778 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES +REAR TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

Pass 16 May 2015 104,331 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 96,634 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 88,582 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Dec 2011 76,324 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 76,324 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 60,305 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009
Pass 23 Oct 2008 57,517 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 55,950 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 44,239 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 24,998 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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AJ03 ETA is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 AJ03 ETA, 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 AJ03 ETA registered?

AJ03 ETA is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is AJ03 ETA safe to buy?

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