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EA03 EFB

2003 Ford Fiesta

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

178,224 mi
Last recorded178,224 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 EFB
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 178,224 miles

Light corrosion to underside

Pass 5 May 2016 164,636 miles

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

play in steering rack arms

Fail 6 May 2015 157,515 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Slight play in O/S & N/S front track rods

Pass 6 May 2015 157,515 miles

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

Slight play in O/S & N/S front track rods

Pass 9 May 2014 148,884 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Apr 2013

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Apr 2012
Pass 18 Mar 2011 126,274 miles

Offside front inner steering arm has slight play

Pass 26 Mar 2010 111,718 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear number plate starting to de-laminate

Pass 4 Mar 2009 90,237 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 69,520 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 69,520 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 51,380 miles

slight play found in n/s of steering rack!

Pass 23 Mar 2006 32,224 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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 EFB is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,399cc diesel 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 EA03 EFB, 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 EA03 EFB registered?

EA03 EFB is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is EA03 EFB safe to buy?

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