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DY53 BUO

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

118,865 mi
Last recorded118,865 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 BUO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 118,865 miles

UNDERSIDE SHOWING SINGES OF CORROSION

all 4 tyres

all brake pipes greased

all coil springs

Pass 3 May 2017 114,030 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 114,027 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 108,133 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underside (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Front brake caliper repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underside (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 108,133 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underside (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Front brake caliper repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underside (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 May 2015 103,460 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 96,086 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 88,626 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 80,611 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 70,696 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2010 61,136 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2010 61,136 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 50,356 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 41,272 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 33,945 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 33,944 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 28,169 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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DY53 BUO is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DY53 BUO, 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 DY53 BUO registered?

DY53 BUO is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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