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AK03 YSJ

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,791 mi
Last recorded91,791 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 YSJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 91,791 miles

Central Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 84,601 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 78,832 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 74,256 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 70,709 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Sep 2013 65,847 miles

exhaust corroding

Oil leak

Pass 24 Sep 2012 60,936 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 56,537 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 11 Oct 2010 50,378 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 50,378 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 44,348 miles

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

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

rear brakes apprear to require adjustment/repair

vehicle presented with oil level below minimum topped up 1litre

Pass 14 Oct 2008 37,303 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 31,329 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 29,971 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 29,971 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 23,836 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 22,904 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 YSJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc 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 YSJ, 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 YSJ registered?

AK03 YSJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 14 April 2003.

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The MOT history for AK03 YSJ 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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