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AC03 HSV

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,765 mi
Last recorded105,765 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 HSV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 105,765 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 105,765 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 100,865 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 100,865 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault in the odometer (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 98,816 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 94,506 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 89,483 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 89,483 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 83,591 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 73,005 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 61,207 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 48,913 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

unable to access rear seats via offside front seat

Pass 9 Nov 2007 35,771 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 15 Nov 2006 21,909 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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AC03 HSV is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AC03 HSV, 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 AC03 HSV registered?

AC03 HSV is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AC03 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 HSV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AC03 HSV have outstanding finance?

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