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AO53 VDJ

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

117,769 mi
Last recorded117,769 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 VDJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2024 117,769 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 115,699 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 115,675 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear [rear part] (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 113,149 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2022 113,148 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 110,944 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 109,794 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 109,793 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure Exhaust rear box mounting corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 103,660 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective box. (6.1.2 (a))

gear box stabilizor bush worn.

Pass 26 Mar 2018 96,782 miles

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

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

gear box stabilizor mount bush worn.

rear exhaust box mount broken off and suspect box braking up inside .

Pass 16 Mar 2017 90,081 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 90,081 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 83,101 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Mar 2016 83,101 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 76,427 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 70,823 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 70,704 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 65,713 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 65,713 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 58,431 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 53,704 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 53,082 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 47,185 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 47,185 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 38,741 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 31,181 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 31,181 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 23,099 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 VDJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 VDJ, 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 VDJ registered?

AO53 VDJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 October 2003.

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