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DY03 LCA

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

51,419 mi
Last recorded51,419 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 LCA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 51,419 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 6 Mar 2026 51,409 miles

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2025 39,892 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 38,386 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2023 37,981 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 37,761 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 37,504 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 37,399 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 36,962 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 36,136 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 35,313 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 34,402 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 33,233 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 32,013 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 30,890 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 29,820 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 29,820 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 28,774 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 28,045 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 26,613 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 22,442 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 17,274 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 12,350 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 LCA is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LCA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY03 LCA registered?

DY03 LCA is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is DY03 LCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 LCA shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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