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AC03 HVT

2003 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,108 mi
Last recorded64,108 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 HVT
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 64,108 miles

Auxillary belt is frayed

Coolant leak engine front housing ()

Front both wipers split but still clearing screen

Oil leak engine possibly cam cover ()

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

Rear washers not working

front bumper has been damaged and repaired

Fail 16 Jan 2017 64,108 miles

Auxillary belt is frayed

Coolant leak engine front housing ()

Front both wipers split but still clearing screen

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak engine possibly cam cover ()

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

Rear washers not working

front bumper has been damaged and repaired

Pass 3 Sep 2016 62,643 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2016 62,643 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 57,559 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 57,559 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 51,430 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 29 Jul 2013 44,388 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 40,255 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

cuts in o/s/f tyre side wall . but not down to cordes

Fail 2 Aug 2012 40,255 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

cuts in o/s/f tyre side wall . but not down to cordes

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 HVT is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AC03 HVT, 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 HVT registered?

AC03 HVT is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AC03 HVT safe to buy?

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