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AO52 YXC

2003 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,896 mi
Last recorded147,896 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 YXC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 147,896 miles

Both rear tyre valves cracked.

Oil leak

Fail 27 May 2016 147,896 miles

Both rear tyre valves cracked.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2015 138,689 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 132,117 miles

Oil leak

n/s/r wheel bearing worn

o/s/r brake has slight bind

Fail 9 Jun 2014 132,117 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

o/s/r brake has slight bind

Oil leak

n/s/r wheel bearing worn

Pass 23 May 2013 127,418 miles

slight roughness at n/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 4 May 2012 122,556 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 May 2012 122,556 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 109,091 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 94,584 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2010 94,584 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 75,114 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 57,772 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 43,278 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 40,202 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 38,820 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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AO52 YXC is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AO52 YXC, 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 AO52 YXC registered?

AO52 YXC is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is AO52 YXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 YXC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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