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AM03 YLU

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

87,689 mi
Last recorded87,689 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM03 YLU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 87,689 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (7.7 (c) (i))

exhaust system corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2017 76,106 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 76,104 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 71,856 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 66,741 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Dec 2015 66,741 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 61,185 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 61,185 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 59,702 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 58,488 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 57,096 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 56,035 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 55,203 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 51,873 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 51,873 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 44,943 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 36,637 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 36,637 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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AM03 YLU 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 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AM03 YLU, 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 AM03 YLU registered?

AM03 YLU is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AM03 YLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM03 YLU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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