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DU53 WBX

2003 Ford Fiesta

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

144,508 mi
Last recorded144,508 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 WBX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 144,508 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 144,506 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 131,914 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 119,913 miles

n/s/r bumper covered with duct tape

Fail 1 Jul 2014 109,916 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear bumper insecure

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Jul 2014 109,916 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Jul 2013 104,689 miles

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

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

near side damaged no sharp edges

Pass 26 Apr 2012 95,000 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 95,000 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 85,708 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 85,708 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 79,608 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 67,264 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 52,554 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 39,601 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 39,601 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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 WBX is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DU53 WBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU53 WBX registered?

DU53 WBX is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DU53 WBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 WBX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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