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EA03 CCJ

2003 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

128,581 mi
Last recorded128,581 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 CCJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2025 128,581 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel distorted to the extent the tyre is likely to become detached (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 122,537 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 116,110 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 110,130 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and cracked by screws (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust box rear mounting broken off (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 108,621 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked in two places (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 108,621 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked in two places (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 107,428 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 104,906 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 101,450 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 97,658 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 94,001 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 87,997 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 81,736 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outter edge

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 81,736 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outter edge

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 75,076 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 64,793 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 56,311 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 51,243 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 45,851 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 39,922 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 35,451 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 24,165 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 CCJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 CCJ, 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 CCJ registered?

EA03 CCJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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