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EA03 BKU

2003 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,993 mi
Last recorded78,993 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 BKU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2016 78,993 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 78,990 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 64,166 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 40,485 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 31,744 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F tyre has cut but does not expose cords

N/S/F wiper split but does not affect the drivers view but does clear drivers view of the road

Pass 22 Sep 2012 27,592 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 27,592 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 24,878 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 16,835 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 8,105 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 1,185 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 968 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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EA03 BKU is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EA03 BKU, 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 EA03 BKU registered?

EA03 BKU is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is EA03 BKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA03 BKU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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