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AO03 XBR

2003 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

105,439 mi
Last recorded105,439 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 XBR
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 105,439 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

engine / gearbox leaking oil

engine leaking coolant

engine light on

Fail 24 May 2016 105,255 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

engine / gearbox leaking oil

engine leaking coolant

engine light on

Pass 1 Jun 2015 98,310 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake pipes slight corrosion

Fail 20 May 2014 90,521 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

damage to the n/s/r bumper/wheel arch

Pass 20 May 2014 90,521 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

damage to the n/s/r bumper/wheel arch

Pass 26 Apr 2013 79,738 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 69,561 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 58,221 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 58,221 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 12 May 2010 50,204 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2010 50,204 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 42,583 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 37,325 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 31,514 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 26,957 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 26,957 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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AO03 XBR is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 AO03 XBR, 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 AO03 XBR registered?

AO03 XBR is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is AO03 XBR safe to buy?

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