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AK03 VLX

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,437 mi
Last recorded82,437 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 VLX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 82,437 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2018 82,437 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 74,327 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 6 Jun 2017 74,327 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 64,786 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 63,358 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 59,413 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2014 59,410 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant leak

rear exhaust mounts broken

Pass 6 Jan 2014 55,287 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 51,183 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 46,666 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 41,403 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 35,626 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 30,341 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 25,773 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 20,745 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 20,598 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 12,715 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 VLX is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VLX, 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 AK03 VLX registered?

AK03 VLX is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is AK03 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 VLX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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