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DV03 WSU

2003 Ford Fiesta

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,807 mi
Last recorded127,807 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 WSU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 127,807 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 127,807 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 118,193 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 104,398 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 88,517 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 83,835 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 83,830 miles

Offside 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 Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge (recommend replacement) 195/50 R15 82V

Pass 24 Apr 2012 73,744 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 24 Apr 2012 73,744 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 65,162 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 65,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s/r tyre has cut to inner sidewall

Pass 28 Apr 2010 57,362 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 50,693 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2008 45,070 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 38,369 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 30,726 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 WSU is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WSU, 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 DV03 WSU registered?

DV03 WSU is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is DV03 WSU safe to buy?

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