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DV53 EAF

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

90,453 mi
Last recorded90,453 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 EAF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 90,453 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 83,166 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 28 Nov 2017 83,166 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 26 Nov 2016 80,913 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear worn inner edge

Pass 25 Nov 2015 78,921 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracks outer edge

coolant leak

Pass 4 Dec 2014 73,012 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 73,012 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 71,301 miles

o/s/f tyre worn outer edge

Pass 26 Oct 2012 66,465 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 68,465 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 64,592 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 58,362 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 58,362 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 30 Oct 2009 50,719 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 50,719 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 42,578 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 34,541 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 34,541 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 27,727 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 27,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DV53 EAF is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DV53 EAF, 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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DV53 EAF is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 12 November 2003.

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