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DV52 UTC

2003 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,725 mi
Last recorded96,725 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 96,725 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 89,615 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 80,241 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 73,146 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 73,146 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 68,132 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 7 Feb 2013 68,132 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 62,671 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 56,308 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 51,288 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 44,506 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 35,202 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 25,923 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 16,733 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 UTC is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UTC, 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 DV52 UTC registered?

DV52 UTC is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is DV52 UTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV52 UTC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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