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AO53 RXF

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2020
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

86,711 mi
Last recorded86,711 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 RXF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 86,711 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 78,082 miles

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak ()

Steering rack leaking slightly

Fail 6 Feb 2018 78,082 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak ()

Steering rack leaking slightly

Pass 23 Feb 2017 74,540 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2017 74,540 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 70,503 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

washer bottle cap missing,rear exhaust support hanger corroded.

Fail 24 Feb 2016 70,503 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

washer bottle cap missing,rear exhaust support hanger corroded.

Fail 27 Jan 2015 66,017 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 66,017 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 61,828 miles

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

wheel covers fitted

Fail 30 Jan 2014 61,815 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

wheel covers fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2013 57,701 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 57,695 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively damaged (2.3.2)

Fail 31 Jan 2012 53,476 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 53,476 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 48,583 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 43,974 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 43,974 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 33,145 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 23,070 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 14,145 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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AO53 RXF is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 AO53 RXF, 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 AO53 RXF registered?

AO53 RXF is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AO53 RXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 RXF shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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