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DU53 MWW

2003 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,022 mi
Last recorded71,022 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 MWW
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 71,022 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and both front (5.2.3 (e))

alternator belt cracking / perishing

exhaust system weak

Fail 15 Apr 2026 71,022 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and both front (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

alternator belt cracking / perishing

exhaust system weak

Pass 11 Apr 2025 58,911 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 11 Apr 2025 58,911 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively replaced 16" blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively replaced 22" blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 54,573 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 45,921 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 40,096 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 35,775 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 31,477 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 20,529 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 20,420 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 20,125 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 19,699 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 19,233 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 18,764 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 18,312 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 18,312 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 17,898 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 17,409 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 16,799 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 16,110 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 15,212 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 15,212 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 14,010 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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DU53 MWW is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DU53 MWW, 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 DU53 MWW registered?

DU53 MWW is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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