MOT Status
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82,102 miAbove average mileage for this year
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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))
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))
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
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))
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))
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
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))
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 ()
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)
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)
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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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DV53 NKZ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 October 2003.
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