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DV03 UMJ

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,627 mi
Last recorded98,627 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 UMJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 98,627 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 97,417 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 97,417 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2017 95,738 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 93,581 miles

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

fuel tank stained possible leak when fuel level high

Pass 14 May 2015 91,206 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 87,496 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2013 85,414 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 May 2012 82,131 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 77,297 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 68,903 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 68,903 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2009 62,316 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 54,738 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 May 2008 54,710 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 May 2007 48,747 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 47,701 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 47,701 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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DV03 UMJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 DV03 UMJ, 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 DV03 UMJ registered?

DV03 UMJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is DV03 UMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV03 UMJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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