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DV03 XYJ

2003 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,424 mi
Last recorded71,424 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 XYJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 71,424 miles

Brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Exhaust heat shield insecure

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside mirror missing

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

Fail 14 Jul 2017 71,424 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Exhaust heat shield insecure

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside mirror missing

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 66,631 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 66,631 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.A.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 64,955 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 64,139 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 61,830 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 56,238 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 52,903 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 50,314 miles

Coolant leak

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 1 Jun 2010 50,314 miles

Coolant leak

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 25 Jun 2009 40,494 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 9,029 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 26 Jun 2008 9,029 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 21,492 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 21,492 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 19,025 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 17,790 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 XYJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,388cc petrol 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 XYJ, 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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DV03 XYJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 May 2003.

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