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DV53 MDF

2003 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,552 mi
Last recorded95,552 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 MDF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 95,552 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 95,549 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Emissions not tested misfire (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 91,558 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2016 91,556 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint both front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 87,564 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 86,363 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 81,199 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 81,199 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 71,914 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 59,069 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 50,228 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 45,725 miles

edge wear on n/s front tyre

Pass 28 Oct 2008 40,659 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 33,518 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 27,077 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 MDF is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MDF, 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 MDF is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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