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DV52 LVL

2003 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

100,954 mi
Last recorded100,954 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV52 LVL
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 100,954 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 94,123 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 87,121 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 84,807 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Dec 2020 84,807 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Nov 2020 84,752 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 84,677 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2019 79,738 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 21 May 2019 79,738 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 66,579 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 54,403 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

engine light is on

Pass 11 Jan 2016 43,544 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 31,852 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 6 Jan 2014 20,631 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 12,551 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 12,194 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 11,365 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 10,338 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 9,693 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 8,976 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 7,653 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 5,720 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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DV52 LVL is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DV52 LVL, 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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DV52 LVL is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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