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DV53 NKZ

2003 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,102 mi
Last recorded82,102 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 NKZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 82,102 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both registration plates (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Oct 2025 82,101 miles

Fuel pipe leaking pipe from metal pipe to tank inadequate repair (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both registration plates (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 82,087 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle o/s lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by axle mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

both rear bump stops deteriorated

Pass 21 Nov 2022 79,280 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing shroud down (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear axle mounting bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing shroud down (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing low tread 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 79,276 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle low efficiency (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing shroud down (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear axle mounting bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing shroud down (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing low tread 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 72,770 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear both rear shocker shrouds loose

Pass 16 Nov 2020 66,199 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 62,114 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 58,444 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 58,443 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm N/S/F AND O/S/F (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 16 Nov 2017 54,117 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded fuel tank area (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded section to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s lower effort (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 47,511 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s lower effort (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 40,407 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 32,754 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 27,651 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 22,524 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 16,811 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 11,664 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 6,325 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 6,080 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 5,009 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 3,898 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 NKZ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc 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 DV53 NKZ, 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 NKZ registered?

DV53 NKZ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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