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EA03 EGJ

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

142,000 mi
Last recorded142,000 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 EGJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2018 142,000 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Dec 2018 142,000 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 129,808 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 117,777 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 105,202 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 93,407 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 82,049 miles

n/s/r tyre has cuts to inner wall but not to cord

Pass 16 Nov 2012 68,875 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 57,471 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 50,217 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Nov 2009 40,896 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 17 Nov 2008 33,322 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 24,860 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 18,299 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 16,405 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 EGJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EGJ, 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 EGJ registered?

EA03 EGJ is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is EA03 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA03 EGJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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