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DY03 JFX

2003 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,295 mi
Last recorded93,295 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 JFX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 93,295 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 88,736 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 85,202 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2023 85,202 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 82,916 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 76,364 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 70,418 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 25 Mar 2020 70,418 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 57,749 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 49,608 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 44,851 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 36,902 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 29,592 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 20,104 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 13,325 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 12,950 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 10,249 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 8,977 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 7,606 miles

The near side front tyre side wall is slightly scrubbed

Pass 27 Mar 2008 4,509 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 3,462 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 2,229 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 JFX is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DY03 JFX, 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 DY03 JFX registered?

DY03 JFX is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is DY03 JFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 JFX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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