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AP03 BHF

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

104,651 mi
Last recorded104,651 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 BHF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 104,651 miles

Engine warning light on

Pass 26 May 2017 102,608 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 98,258 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 98,256 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 May 2015 93,585 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 May 2014 88,229 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 88,229 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 May 2013 83,348 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

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

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

drivers seat back lever missing

misfire under load

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 26 May 2012 77,255 miles

both rear suspension coil springs slightly corroded

exhaust heat sheild insecure

Pass 13 May 2011 68,188 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 57,444 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 48,587 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 48,587 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 37,604 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 25,844 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 17,025 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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AP03 BHF is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 BHF, 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 BHF registered?

AP03 BHF is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is AP03 BHF safe to buy?

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