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AK03 UKJ

2003 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,162 mi
Last recorded144,162 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 UKJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 144,162 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 134,363 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 125,573 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2020 120,237 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2020 120,237 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 110,870 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2018 101,273 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 96,680 miles

chips in screen

Pass 10 Mar 2016 89,078 miles

OFFSIDE REAR LAMP LENSE DAMAGED

WINDSCREEN DAMAGED IN ZONE B UNDER 40M IN SWEEP OF WIPERS

Fail 10 Mar 2016 89,078 miles

OFFSIDE REAR LAMP LENSE DAMAGED

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

WINDSCREEN DAMAGED IN ZONE B UNDER 40M IN SWEEP OF WIPERS

Pass 16 Mar 2015 81,355 miles

OFFSIDE REAR LAMP UNIT SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

WINDSCREEN DAMAGED IN ZONE B UNDER 40M IN SWEEP OF WIPERS

Pass 25 Mar 2014 72,547 miles

chips in screen

rear light lens cracked

Pass 25 Mar 2013 61,683 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED LEAVING A LIP ON DISCS

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY PERRISHED ON OUTER WALL OF TYRE

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHTLY PERRISHED ON OUTER WALL OF TYRE

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE OF TYRE

WINDSCREEN DAMAGED IN ZONE B UNDER 40M IN SWEEP OF WIPERS

Fail 25 Mar 2013 61,683 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED LEAVING A LIP ON DISCS

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY PERRISHED ON OUTER WALL OF TYRE

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHTLY PERRISHED ON OUTER WALL OF TYRE

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE OF TYRE

WINDSCREEN DAMAGED IN ZONE B UNDER 40M IN SWEEP OF WIPERS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 51,999 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED LEAVING A LIP ON DISCS

FRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHTLY PERRISHED ON OUTER WALL OF TYRE

Pass 24 Mar 2011 44,589 miles

20% imbalance front brakes

o/s/f tyre uneven wear

Fail 24 Mar 2011 44,589 miles

20% imbalance front brakes

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f tyre uneven wear

Pass 16 Mar 2010 33,823 miles

N/S/R tyre slightly worn uneven on oouter edge.

Fail 16 Mar 2010 33,823 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY WORN UNEVEN ON OUTER EDGE OF TYRE

Pass 24 Mar 2009 27,975 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 22,116 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 22,116 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 14,519 miles

screw in offside rear tyre

Pass 31 Mar 2006 6,589 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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AK03 UKJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,388cc 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 AK03 UKJ, 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 AK03 UKJ registered?

AK03 UKJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is AK03 UKJ safe to buy?

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