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DY03 OBV

2003 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,691 mi
Last recorded110,691 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 OBV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2018 110,691 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 106,507 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT SHOWS A FAULT

Pass 7 May 2015 100,365 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 92,457 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 83,222 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 83,222 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 73,237 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 65,586 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 58,445 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 50,748 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 43,667 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 43,667 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 36,721 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 30,031 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 OBV is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OBV, 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 OBV registered?

DY03 OBV is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is DY03 OBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 OBV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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