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AP03 AOE

2003 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,397 mi
Last recorded107,397 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 AOE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2017 107,397 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded metal pipe to hose slighty corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded metal pipe to hose slighty corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal pipe from hose slightycorroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 94,792 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 12 Mar 2015 82,321 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 82,321 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 66,356 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 60,171 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 60,171 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 8 May 2012 49,990 miles

front brake pads starting wear low

nearside rear tyre worn on edge of tread

wear lip on front brake discs

Pass 9 May 2011 41,506 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 33,308 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 33,308 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2009 25,916 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 19,204 miles

minor surface cracks in n/s/r and o/s/r tyre treads

rear seat belts not checked due to child seats fitted

Pass 31 May 2007 13,858 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 31 May 2006 8,195 miles

cut in tyre tread n/s front

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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AP03 AOE is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AP03 AOE, 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 AP03 AOE registered?

AP03 AOE is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 7 June 2003.

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