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DY03 LKA

2003 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

45,459 mi
Last recorded45,459 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 LKA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 45,459 miles

Nearside Front tyre wear on outer edge

Nearside Rear osr brake pipes from hub to flexi hose starting to corrode

Fail 26 Oct 2017 45,455 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi hose to main feed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded wheel arch area (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi hose to main feed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front tyre wear on outer edge

Nearside Rear osr brake pipes from hub to flexi hose starting to corrode

Pass 8 Oct 2016 38,283 miles

corrosion on rear brake pipes.

Pass 12 Oct 2015 30,146 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x4 (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 29,489 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 27,480 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 25,438 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 23,275 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 20,819 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 19,244 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 16,766 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 13,977 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 11,244 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 8,743 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 LKA is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LKA, 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 LKA registered?

DY03 LKA is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is DY03 LKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 LKA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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