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AK53 DVJ

2003 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,570 mi
Last recorded114,570 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 DVJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2014 114,570 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 105,478 miles

drivers seat catch damaged

Fail 5 Sep 2013 105,478 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

drivers seat catch damaged

Pass 3 Jul 2012 90,528 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 84,238 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside front brake discs corroded

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside front brake discs corroded

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 76,708 miles

front brake discs worn + large lip on edges

front indicators slightly flashing white

rear exhaust box hanger badly corroded

slight buckle in n/s/r alloy wheel inner rim

Pass 7 Sep 2009 65,627 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 65,627 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2008 49,379 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 38,357 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 32,059 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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AK53 DVJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AK53 DVJ, 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 AK53 DVJ registered?

AK53 DVJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 September 2003.

Is AK53 DVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 DVJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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