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DV53 GLF

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,365 mi
Last recorded88,365 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 88,365 miles

Oil leak ()

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 78,649 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded and offside (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 15 Nov 2016 78,646 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded all rears (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded too rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded and offside (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 67,974 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 61,668 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 55,565 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 49,486 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 43,280 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 37,596 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 37,596 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 33,832 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 29,225 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 24,315 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 19,095 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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DV53 GLF is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc 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 DV53 GLF, 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 DV53 GLF registered?

DV53 GLF is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is DV53 GLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV53 GLF 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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