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AK53 NXC

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,957 mi
Last recorded89,957 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 NXC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 89,957 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 88,583 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both front Macpherson struts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 86,943 miles

Central Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective GEARBOX CENTRE SUPPORT MOUNT BUSH PERISHING AND CRACKING AROUND BUSH ()

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded NEAR STEERING RACK AREA (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NEAR SUSPENSION STRUT AREA (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded FUEL FILLER PIPE CORRODED ()

Fail 23 Feb 2024 86,943 miles

Central Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective GEARBOX CENTRE SUPPORT MOUNT BUSH PERISHING AND CRACKING AROUND BUSH ()

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded NEAR STEERING RACK AREA (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NEAR SUSPENSION STRUT AREA (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded FUEL FILLER PIPE CORRODED ()

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH REAR TYRES (BOTH SIDES) INNER SIDE WALLS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 85,939 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 82,922 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2022 82,906 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Stalk missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 82,119 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 81,566 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 81,562 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 79,855 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Mar 2019 79,855 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Mar 2018 73,979 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 71,502 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 66,265 miles

Nearside Front badly cracked / perished

Pass 21 Sep 2015 61,785 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 60,074 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 58,715 miles

cracks around tread blocks on nearside front tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2012 55,937 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 54,292 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 52,085 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 52,085 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 49,864 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 43,935 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 43,935 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2007 30,344 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 24,162 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 NXC is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NXC, 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 NXC registered?

AK53 NXC is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AK53 NXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 NXC shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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