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EA03 EHM

2003 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

100,263 mi
Last recorded100,263 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 EHM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2018 100,263 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2017 96,087 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 96,087 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 94,082 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Aug 2014 94,082 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 May 2013 88,432 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 77,415 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2012 77,415 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 64,740 miles

cracks developing to front tyre

Fail 4 Jun 2011 64,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

cracks developing to front tyre

Pass 22 Feb 2010 47,612 miles

front number plate damaged.

Pass 11 Jun 2008 35,728 miles

front of vehicle damaged.

Pass 12 Jun 2007 27,901 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 17,636 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 EHM is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EHM, 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 EHM registered?

EA03 EHM is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is EA03 EHM safe to buy?

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