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DY53 BBN

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

35,486 mi
Last recorded35,486 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 BBN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 35,486 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 35,486 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 34,590 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 34,590 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 33,285 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 31,887 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 31,887 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 30,443 miles

Engine management warning light is on

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 29,112 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 27,905 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 27,905 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 25,716 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 23,017 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 23,017 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 18,462 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 16,557 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 16,557 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Sep 2007 14,982 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 14,982 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 13,119 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside & offside front tyre worn outewr edges.

Pass 22 Sep 2006 13,119 miles

nearside & offside front tyre worn outewr edges.

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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DY53 BBN is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 DY53 BBN, 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 DY53 BBN registered?

DY53 BBN is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is DY53 BBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY53 BBN shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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