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DY03 HYN

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

107,964 mi
Last recorded107,964 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 HYN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 107,964 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2018 107,551 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 99,442 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 14 Mar 2017 99,439 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded From flexi pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Mar 2016 97,740 miles

centre stop light not working

nsf tyre worn on inner edge,tread on 2.8mm close to limit

Fail 8 Mar 2016 97,740 miles

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

centre stop light not working

nsf tyre worn on inner edge,tread on 2.8mm close to limit

Pass 5 Mar 2015 95,481 miles

Rear fuel filler pipes corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2014 93,366 miles

Fuel filler pipes corroded

OS Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Oil leak

Rear coil springs corroded

Fail 4 Mar 2014 93,364 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel filler pipes corroded

OS Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Oil leak

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2013 91,151 miles

slight noise from osr wheel bearing

Fail 7 Mar 2013 91,148 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight noise from osr wheel bearing

Pass 15 Mar 2012 88,928 miles

Fuel filler pipes corroded

Oil leak

Slight corrosion on rear brake pipes / pipes greased

Fail 15 Mar 2012 88,926 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fuel filler pipes corroded

Oil leak

Slight corrosion on rear brake pipes / pipes greased

Pass 10 Mar 2011 87,262 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 87,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 84,972 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 82,212 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 69,571 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 52,177 miles

nearside rear tyre has slight sidewall damage.

Pass 21 Mar 2006 34,934 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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DY03 HYN is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,299cc 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 DY03 HYN, 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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DY03 HYN is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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